Which of the original thirteen colonies is being described below? this colony began as a dutch trading post, focused more on trading furs than in establishing a successful settlement. originally called new amsterdam, this colony angered the english because americans could ship through it to avoid english taxes. in 1664, the english peacefully took control of the region and renamed it to what it is known as today.

Are first amendment rights guaranteed in every situation? a. yes, because protecting civil liberties was one of the most important values to the founders of this country b. no, because sometimes the government limits individual freedoms for the benefit of the public as a whole. c. no, because people have to earn their first amendment rights by behaving in a responsible way. d. yes, because the first amendment is part of the constitution, which is the basis for all law and government.