Why was literacy a prime concern in the massachusetts bay colony?

How did philip ii view the religious rights of protestant citizens in his empire

Which describes a contribution from classical rome to modern western civilization? a. international gathering to celebrate sporting achievement b. written constitution based on natural rights c. large infrastructure projects to benefit the public d. direct election of the ruler by all residents of the empire

How does the balance of trade look different in the us today vs hot it looked in the 70's