Answer:
Religion
Explanation: The passage notes that it was originally for religious purposes since their was freedom of religion in the New England colonies.
<span>some people wanted to keep there land claims</span>
The correct answer is legalism.
I believe it's A.
The Muslims did control Jerusalem for a time, and I believe that they forced the Christians out of it.
Also the Crusaders did sack Constantinople when they were not allowed in by the government there.
I don't know what D is but I'll assume that it is true because I think A is false.