Plymouth Plantation and the Mayflower Journey

Who are the two individuals introduced at the beginning of the video, and what roles do they play at Plymouth Plantation?

• Richard Pickering and Vicki Ullman, portraying William Brewster and Bridget Fuller

• John Smith and Pocahontas, portraying historical figures

• Edward Winslow and Susanna White, portraying settlers

• Miles Standish and Priscilla Mullins, portraying pilgrims

What was one of the main reasons the Pilgrims decided to leave the Netherlands for the New World?

• They wanted their children to grow up in an English culture

• They were seeking religious freedom

• They wanted to explore new lands

• They were escaping a war

What was a significant challenge faced by the passengers during the Mayflower voyage?

• Severe transatlantic storms

• Lack of food and water

• Mutiny on board

• Pirate attacks

What was the name of the child born on the Mayflower, and why was he given that name?

• Samuel Sea, named after the sea

• Oceanus Hopkins, because he was born in the middle of the ocean

• William Atlantic, named after the ocean

• John Ocean, because he was born at sea

What was a key factor that helped the Plymouth Colony survive and thrive despite the harsh first winter?

• Support from local Native American tribes

• Strong leadership and community bonds

• Mild weather conditions

• Abundant food supplies