Which colony was established primarily for financial gain? a. new haven b. connecticut c. maryland d. rhode island

B. Connecticut colony was primarily established for financial gains .

Among the 13 established colonies, Connecticut was the 5th and it became a colony in 1637 after the English-Dutch struggles. Population in the coastal area started the economy of the colony through fishing and whaling. It gained momentum with other people branching into building ships and shipping.  

In the other parts of Connecticut colony, there was a trade of fur, rum, whiskey, timber products, livestock products, horsed maple syrup, etc. The economic boost was also a result of prohibiting import supplies from Britain. This improved manufacturing and entrepreneurship and also boosted other trade skills.