New Franca Massachusetts
... Despite vast cultural differences, New France and Massachusetts emerged as very similar societies. ... New France and Massachusetts uniquely became a haven for the outcasts of Europe. The Puritans came to Massachusetts to experience freedom of religion after being persecuted for their beliefs in England. ... ” Finally, like the New France fur trade, the Massachusetts Bay Company was ostensibly established for economic and commercial purposes. ... ” In relation to the origins of the societies, Massachusetts and New France were clearly similar societies. ... In their quest for ideal societies both New France and Massachusetts attempted to prevent scandal or bad example by enforcing rigorous rules. In Massachusetts humour was considered un-Christian, gambling was banned, and drunkenness was unacceptable. ... When the Puritans first arrived in Massachusetts, the Natives were generous in helping them with their crops.