New England Colonies Quiz

Which year was the Plymouth Colony founded?

• 1620

• 1700

• 1600

• 1640

Who was the leader of the Plymouth Colony?

• William Bradford

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Smith

Which Native American tribe helped the Plymouth Colony survive?

• Iroquois

• Cherokee

• Wampanoag

• Apache

What was the Mayflower Compact?

• A religious document outlining the beliefs of the Pilgrims.

• A self-governing agreement for the Plymouth Colony in America.

• A declaration of independence from England.

• A treaty between the Native Americans and the Pilgrims.

Which of the following is NOT a reason why people settled in the Plymouth Colony?

• D. Political stability

• C

• B. Economic opportunities

• A. Religious freedom

What was the main economic activity in the Plymouth Colony?

• fishing

• mining

• agriculture

• manufacturing

Which of the following is a famous event associated with the Plymouth Colony?

• Mayflower Compact

• Boston Tea Party

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• First Thanksgiving

What was the relationship between the Plymouth Colony and the Native Americans?

• Friendly at first, but later hostile.

• Initially cooperative, but later deteriorated

• Always hostile.

• Completely cooperative throughout.

Which of the following is NOT a New England Colony?

• Virginia

• Connecticut

• Pennsylvania

• Rhode Island

What was the religious affiliation of the Plymouth Colony settlers?

• Anglican

• Catholic

• Puritan

• Quaker