Pilgrims and Puritans in New England

Who were the Pilgrims and what motivated their journey to New England?

• The Pilgrims were French traders looking for new markets.

• The Pilgrims were a group of Native Americans welcoming settlers.

• The Pilgrims were Spanish explorers seeking gold.

• The Pilgrims were English settlers seeking religious freedom, motivated by the desire to practice their faith without persecution.

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What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

• It was a treaty with Native Americans.

• It established self-governance and a social contract among the settlers.

• It established a monarchy in the New World.

• It outlined the rights of the king over the settlers.

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How did the Puritans differ from the Pilgrims in their beliefs and practices?

• Puritans aimed to reform the Church of England; Pilgrims wanted to separate from it.

• Puritans believed in complete separation from all churches; Pilgrims sought to reform the Church of England.

• Puritans practiced a more relaxed form of worship; Pilgrims adhered to strict rituals.

• Puritans were more focused on individualism; Pilgrims emphasized community.

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What role did religion play in the lives of the Pilgrims and Puritans?

• Religion was a minor aspect of their lives, mostly ignored.

• They rejected all forms of religious practice and belief.

• Religion was the foundation of their communities, guiding their beliefs, laws, and daily lives.

• Religion was solely a tool for political power and control.

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Describe the relationship between the Pilgrims and Native Americans.

• The Pilgrims and Native Americans were always in conflict with each other.

• The Pilgrims completely ignored the Native Americans and their customs.

• The relationship between the Pilgrims and Native Americans was initially cooperative but later became strained and conflictual.

• The relationship was purely commercial with no cultural exchange.

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What were some of the challenges faced by the early settlers in New England?

• Harsh weather, food shortages, conflicts with Indigenous peoples, and diseases.

• Advanced medical knowledge and practices

• Abundant resources and mild climate

• Strong alliances with Indigenous peoples

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How did the Puritan work ethic influence American culture?

• It encouraged a focus on leisure and relaxation.

• The Puritan work ethic influenced American culture by promoting values of hard work, discipline, and self-reliance.

• It emphasized the importance of wealth accumulation.

• It led to a decline in community involvement.

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What was the impact of the Great Migration on New England?

• The Great Migration resulted in increased agricultural production in New England.

• The Great Migration led to a decline in population in New England.

• The Great Migration had no significant effect on New England's economy.

• The Great Migration resulted in demographic shifts, increased cultural diversity, and social changes in New England.

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Identify key figures in the Pilgrim and Puritan communities and their contributions.

• George Washington (Puritans) who led the Continental Army.

• Key figures include William Bradford (Pilgrims) and John Winthrop (Puritans), who contributed to early American governance and values.

• Thomas Jefferson (Pilgrims) who drafted the Declaration of Independence.

• Benjamin Franklin (Pilgrims) who established the first public library.

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How did the governance of the Pilgrims and Puritans reflect their religious beliefs?

• The Pilgrims and Puritans established a monarchy that disregarded their religious beliefs.

• The Pilgrims and Puritans had a purely democratic system with no religious influence.

• The governance of the Pilgrims and Puritans reflected their religious beliefs through a theocratic system that intertwined civil authority with religious leadership, emphasizing moral codes and communal responsibility.

• Their governance was based solely on economic principles without any moral considerations.

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