Pilgrim Fathers and the Founding of America

The video covers the journey of the Pilgrim Fathers in 1620 as they set out to settle in America. It highlights their challenges, including the lack of resources and harsh conditions, leading to their survival with the help of Native Americans like Squanto. This assistance led to the first Thanksgiving in 1621. The video also touches on the naming of new lands in America.

In what year did the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America?

• 1630

• 1600

• 1620

• 1610

What was the name of the ship that the Pilgrim Fathers used to cross the ocean?

• Santa Maria

• Nina

• Mayflower

• Pinta

Where did the Pilgrim Fathers initially plan to settle before deciding on America?

• France

• Spain

• Germany

• Holland

What was one of the main reasons the Pilgrim Fathers left England?

• Adventure

• Political power

• Religious freedom

• Economic opportunities

Who helped the Pilgrim Fathers survive by teaching them how to grow maize and catch eel?

• Pocahontas

• Geronimo

• Sitting Bull

• Squanto

What significant event in 1621 marked the Pilgrim Fathers' survival and gratitude?

• Christmas

• Independence Day

• Easter

• Thanksgiving

What was one of the major challenges faced by the Pilgrim Fathers during their first winter?

• Disease

• Hostile natives

• All of the above

• Lack of shelter

What did William Mullins bring in abundance that was not very useful for survival?

• Shoes

• Clothing

• Food

• Tools

What name did the Pilgrim Fathers give to their new settlement?

• New York

• New Plymouth

• New London

• New Haven

What humorous suggestion was made for naming a new settlement?

• New London

• Newcastle

• New New York

• New Hampshire