29 Questions
What was the main goal of the Puritan reform movement in England?
To recapture the simple church of Jesus Christ and his apostles
Why did Puritans believe that hard work was important?
To honor God and achieve salvation
What was the result of Puritans' hard work according to Max Weber?
They received rewards that offered reassurance of God's approval
Where was the Puritan movement especially popular in England?
Southeastern England, including London, east Anglia, and Sussex
What was the Puritans' view on church ceremonies and prayers?
They did not see the need for them
What was the Puritans' ultimate goal in their spiritual lives?
To prepare for the possibility of God's saving grace
What led to the Native Americans' village being available for occupation by the colonists?
They were wiped out by an epidemic
What was the approximate number of Puritans living in Plymouth colony in 1630?
1,500
What social class did the majority of the people who were educated as apprentices belong to?
Middling sort
What was the primary occupation of the passengers who were referred to as 'strangers'?
Merchants and traders
What was the main difference between Separatists and English Puritans?
Their view on the Church of England
What event in the 1620's led to a deterioration of the Puritan movement?
The prosecution of Puritan members by church courts
Why did the first colonists flee back to England?
Due to Indian attacks and a harsh winter
Where did the Mayflower set sail from in 1620?
The English port of Plymouth
What was the approximate number of passengers on the Mayflower?
102
Who explored the Atlantic seaboard of the United States?
John Smith
What was the name of the ship that the Pilgrims crossed the Atlantic on?
The Mayflower
What was the name of the town established by the Pilgrims?
Plymouth
How long did the Pilgrims' journey take?
Eight weeks
Where did the Pilgrims initially intend to land?
Virginia
What was the purpose of the Mayflower Compact?
To create a system of government for the colony
How many people died during the journey?
Two people
What is the name given to the group of people who sailed on the Mayflower?
The Pilgrims
How many babies were born during the journey?
Two babies
What was the primary focus of the Pilgrims and Puritans in their new settlements?
The common good through good government
Who led the 'Great Puritan Migration' in 1630?
John Winthrop
What percentage of immigrants who crossed the Atlantic Ocean ended up living in New England?
30%
How many people lived in New England by 1700?
90,000
What type of government did Winthrop and his men establish in Massachusetts?
Republic
Learn about the Puritans, their beliefs, and their role in the Thirteen Colonies. Discover how their values influenced their work ethic and daily life. Explore their journey to the New World and their impact on American history.
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