Exploring the Puritan New England Colonies

What was the primary motivation for the settlers in the northern colonies?

• To find gold

• To trade with Native Americans

• To establish a society where they could worship freely

• To escape from the British monarchy

Who were the Puritans influenced by?

• John Calvin

• Thomas More

• Martin Luther

• Henry VIII

What was the Mayflower Compact?

• A peace treaty with the British

• A document agreeing to submit to the will of the majority

• A constitution for the new colony

• A trade agreement with Native Americans

What was the main reason for the hardships faced by the Pilgrims during their first winter?

• All of the above

• Harsh weather conditions

• Conflicts with Native Americans

• Lack of food and shelter

Who led the Native American alliance against the New England settlers?

• Sitting Bull

• Metacom (King Philip)

• Squanto

• Pocahontas

How did the English treat Metacom's family after King Philip's War?

• They were sold into slavery

• They were integrated into the colony

• They were sent back to England

• They were given land

What was a significant precedent set by the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

• Women could vote

• Every free man had a say in government affairs

• Slavery was abolished

• Religious freedom for all

What was the Massachusetts Bay Colony eventually known as?

• The Puritan State

• The Bible Commonwealth

• The Holy Commonwealth

• The Calvinist Colony

How did the Puritans view most people in terms of governance?

• Capable of self-governance

• Superior in intellect

• Incapable of governing themselves

• Equal in decision-making

What was a common misconception about the Puritans' lifestyle?

• They wore only dark clothing

• They enjoyed singing and drinking

• They were always serious and somber

• They avoided all forms of joy