The American Colonial Period Flashcard

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What did the Mayflower passengers do as soon as they landed on Cape Cod?

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They fell on their knees and thanked God.

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What does 'First Encounter' refer to in the context of the American Colonial Period?

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The place where the settlers initially came in contact with Native American Indians.

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Who was elected as the governor of the new Plymouth colony after signing the Mayflower Compact?

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John Carver.

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Who taught the Pilgrims how to grow new crops?

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Squanto.

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What is the main difference between Pilgrims and Puritans?

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Pilgrims were separatists; Puritans wanted to fix the Church.

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What was the Mayflower Compact?

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A document signed by the Pilgrims establishing self-governance in the new colony.

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Who were the Pilgrims?

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A group of English settlers seeking religious freedom who founded Plymouth Colony.

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What role did Massasoit play in the early years of the Plymouth Colony?

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He was the leader of the Wampanoag tribe and formed an alliance with the Pilgrims.

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What was the significance of the first Thanksgiving?

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It was a harvest celebration shared between the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621.

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What challenges did the Pilgrims face during their first winter?

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They faced harsh weather, food shortages, and disease.

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