Which of these is an example of a controversy that occurred within the Puritans community?

A) disagreement over whether government should be allowed to dictate religious practices
B) the insistence of Roger Williams that the Puritans should remain part of the Anglican Church
C) the argument by John Winthrop that Indians were entitled to remain on their land
D) the assertion of Winthrop's followers that women should be allowed to fully participate in church doctrine

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  The Puritans faced internal controversies, including disagreements over the extent to which government should dictate religious practices. This reflects their broader struggle with balancing their desire for a pure church with the realities of governing a community.

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