The Journey of the Pilgrims

What was the primary reason the Pilgrims left England?

• To seek adventure

• To find better job opportunities

• To escape religious persecution

• To join the Church of England

What was one of the main concerns of the older Pilgrims in Holland?

• The Dutch government was too strict

• There was too much work for the young

• They were becoming too wealthy

• The younger generation was losing touch with English traditions

Why did the Pilgrims decide against returning to England?

• They had no means of transportation

• The English climate was unfavorable

• Returning would have been worse than starting a new colony

• They were offered land in Holland

Which company granted the Pilgrims permission to form a colony in North America?

• The Virginia Company

• The London Company

• The Plymouth Company

• The Dutch East India Company

What were the names of the two ships the Pilgrims hired for their journey?

• The Nina and the Pinta

• The Santa Maria and the Mayflower

• The Endeavour and the Beagle

• The Speedwell and the Mayflower