Puritans

Why did the Puritans Come to New England?

Answer explanation

The puritans came to New England to seek religious freedom.

Describe the Puritan Leaders

Answer explanation

Puritan leaders were very strict. They punished or expelled people who dared to voice opinions that were different than their own.

What have you learned about Puritan churches?

Answer explanation

Attendance at church was required. People who did not attend church were fined. You would also be punished for falling asleep in church.

How were Puritan children educated?

Answer explanation

Puritan children were taught to read because it was important to Puritan parents that their children were able to read the Bible. Some towns had schools.

How were Puritan women treated differently than men?

Answer explanation

Women were treated as less worthy than men. Women were not allowed to hold leadership positions and were not allowed to vote.

What were some Puritan Punishments?

Answer explanation

Puritan punishments included whipping, time in the stockade, or even hangings. People who believed differently than the Puritans were expelled from Massachusetts Bay.

Would you have fit into the Puritan community? Why or Why not?