elijahjcool elijahjcool 17-12-2014 History contestada Why did many Englishmen leave their homes and come to the American colonies? A:They wanted adventure and a chance to explore unknown territories B: They hoped to build a new life in America since England's population was shrinking. C:They wanted to escape poverty in England and find opportunity in America. D:They feared plagues in England and knew life would be easy in America.