How does the author compare the Puritans to other groups of their...

How does the author compare the Puritans to other groups of their time? ( if you look up Puritan Laws and Character on Brainly.com you can find the passage there)

these are the answer choices:

a.) They refused to apologize for mistakes.

b.) They were more tolerant and reflective than other Europeans.

c.) They were more violent than other European groups.