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Why did public education develop in New England?

A.

New England did not have as many tutors available as in the South.
B.

New England families wanted to send their children to boarding schools.
C.

New England families did not have money to pay for private schooling.
D.

New Englanders wanted all colonists to be able to read.

D. New Englanders wanted all colonists to be able to read.

The correct answer is D. New Englanders wanted all colonists to be able to read. Public education developed in New England because the people believed that it was important for all colonists to be able to read. They wanted to ensure that everyone had access to education, regardless of their social or economic status. The establishment of public schools in New England was seen as a way to promote literacy and create an educated citizenry.