Elizabeth and the Mayflower Journey

The transcript discusses Elizabeth, a character from the 1620s, who travels on the Mayflower with her husband, Steven Hopkins. Despite her resistance to the move, she obeys her husband's wishes. The narrative explores her role as a stepmother and the dynamics of her relationship with Hopkins, highlighting a passionate and collaborative bond that provides context for her presence in the story.

Who is Elizabeth in the context of the Mayflower journey?

• A program designed for religious reasons

• A stranger accompanying her husband

• A captain of the Mayflower

• A native of the New World

What significant event happened to Elizabeth during the Mayflower voyage?

• She lost her husband

• She decided to return to England

• She became the captain of the ship

• She gave birth to a baby

Why was Elizabeth hesitant about moving to the New World?

• She couldn't see the benefits of the move

• She feared the sea voyage

• She wanted to stay with her family in England

• She was not allowed to travel

How did Elizabeth's actions reflect the societal norms of the 1620s?

• She became a political leader

• She followed her husband's wishes

• She led the expedition

• She refused to obey her husband

How many women survived the first winter in the New World?

• Two

• Four

• Eight

• Six

What was the nature of the relationship between the actors playing Elizabeth and Hopkins?

• Indifferent and distant

• Based on convenience

• Based on genuine love and passion

• Strictly professional

What did the actors decide to add to their characters' relationship?

• A historical inaccuracy

• A fiery element

• A sense of rivalry

• A comedic aspect

What did the actors' decision about their characters' relationship provide?

• A conflict with the director

• A reason to change the script

• A context for their presence in the story

• A need for more rehearsals