Puritan communities in new england in the 1600s believed that all children should learn to read and write so they could understand business matters. communicate with relatives in england. attend assembly meetings. read and study the bible.

Read and study the Bible.

Explanation:

The Puritans were Christians who wanted a Church of England exempt from any liturgy, ceremony, or practices that were not absolutely biblically based. The Bible was their only authority, and they argued that it should be used in all levels and areas of life.

The instruction and training of the children were taken very seriously and the Puritan parents prayed that the children would become strong for the glory of the Lord. Soon in their first five years of establishment in Massachusetts, Puritan communities organized schools for children. Every child should learn to read as quickly as possible to be able to read and study the Bible.