Puritan Migration to America

Questions and Answers

What was one of the main reasons for the Puritans to migrate to America?

To escape Protestant persecution (correct)

To join the Elizabethan Religious Settlement

To support the Spanish Conquistadors

To spread the Catholic faith

The Mayflower Compact was a document that outlined the legal framework for the settlement in Jamestown.

False

What year did the settlement in Plymouth take place?

1620

The first permanent English settlement in North America was established in __________.

Jamestown Signup and view all the answers

Match the following authors with their notable works from the Puritan period:

William Bradford = Of Plymouth Plantation Edward Taylor = Upon a Spider Catching a Fly Anne Bradstreet = The Author to her Book Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Puritan beliefs?

They aimed to create a separate religious community based on stricter morals. Signup and view all the answers

The Native Americans had a written culture that was respected by European settlers.

False Signup and view all the answers

The settlement at __________ in 1621 celebrated the first Thanksgiving.

Plymouth Signup and view all the answers

What was one primary criticism of the Anglican Church by the Puritans?

They wished to purify it from Catholic practices Signup and view all the answers

The Puritans believed that God was accessible only through church hierarchy.

False Signup and view all the answers

What did the Puritans consider themselves in relation to the Biblical concept of the Promised Land?

The New Israelites Signup and view all the answers

The __________ of all believers indicates that every faithful person can access God without a mediator.

priesthood Signup and view all the answers

Match the following doctrines with their descriptions:

Total depravity = Human beings are born sinful and unable to choose God without grace. Unconditional election = God's choice to save individuals is based on His sovereign decision. Limited atonement = Christ's atonement is specifically for those predestined for salvation. Personal piety = Emphasis on individual spirituality and personal conversations with God. Signup and view all the answers

Which significant event occurred in 1638 related to printing?

Installation of the first printing press in Harvard Signup and view all the answers

Calvinism significantly influenced Puritan beliefs, particularly the concept of predestination.

True Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym TULIP represent in Calvinism?

Total depravity, Unconditional election, Limited atonement, Irresistible grace, Perseverance of the saints Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of literature during the Puritan period?

To serve moral and didactic purposes Signup and view all the answers

The Puritan period saw the rise of theatrical performances as a popular literary form.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which book is considered the American version of the Psalms published in 1640?

The Bay Psalm Book Signup and view all the answers

The Puritan belief that none who are truly saved can finally fall away from faith is known as __________.

perseverance of the saints Signup and view all the answers

Match the following writers to their contributions or characteristics in Puritan literature:

John Winthrop = Claimed America as a 'City upon a Hill' The Bay Psalm Book = An American version of Psalms Puritan Sermons = Directed to intellect with formal structure Puritan Literature = Focused on moral and didactic purposes Signup and view all the answers

What was the general attitude of Puritans towards the senses and imagination?

They distrusted them and viewed them with suspicion Signup and view all the answers

The Puritan literary tradition included a wide variety of novels.

False Signup and view all the answers

What did Puritan literature contribute to American national literature?

It provided a moral foundation and influenced later writers. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements is characteristic of Puritan literature?

Extensive self-scrutiny Signup and view all the answers

Puritanism emphasized individual responsibility to the community over individual responsibility to God.

False Signup and view all the answers

What was the Protestant work ethic initially focused on?

Fixing their eyes on heavenly goals Signup and view all the answers

Puritan literature included a focus on __________, which often involved the recording of individual experiences and reflections.

self-examination Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Puritan characteristics with their descriptions:

Simplicity of language = Clear and straightforward expression Family-oriented culture = Emphasis on familial roles and community Pragmatism = Focus on practical and efficient solutions Emphasis on education = Understanding primarily for Biblical interpretation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts is associated with the Puritan understanding of reality?

Interpreting God's messages Signup and view all the answers

The Puritan emphasis on education was solely to promote literacy for everyday life.

False Signup and view all the answers

What mythological aspect did Puritanism contribute to American literature and culture?

Foundations of moral and religious values Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Puritan Period Overview

Puritanism emerged in England during early 17th century in response to perceived deficiencies in the Anglican Church after James I's accession in 1603.
Non-separatist Puritans remained in England, while Separatists migrated to America seeking religious freedom.
Motivations for early American migration included commercial opportunities, political ambitions, land acquisition, and escape from religious persecution.

Key Historical Events

Jamestown established in 1607 marked the first permanent English settlement in North America, aided by Powhatan Native Americans and associated with the Pocahontas myth.
The Mayflower, carrying settlers, arrived in 1620 leading to the Plymouth settlement, with the “Mayflower Compact” acting as a governing document.
The settlers established frameworks for legal, social, and religious institutions modeled on English patterns, making English the dominant language.

Native American Interaction

The discovery of America involved mutual awareness between Native Americans and Europeans.
Native American culture was primarily oral and relational to nature, leading to misunderstandings regarding land ownership, as exemplified by the purchase of Manhattan in 1626.

The Role of Printing

Harvard College installed the first printing press in the American colonies in 1638, enhancing literacy and publication.

Puritan Religious Beliefs

Puritans aimed to purify the Church of England from Catholic traditions.
Influenced by Lutheranism, they emphasized direct access to God, personal piety, and the Bible as the ultimate authority.
Calvinism introduced concepts of predestination and the “TULIP” doctrines defining their beliefs on salvation.

Puritan Literature Characteristics

National consciousness necessary for distinct American literature; early works drew heavily from English literary traditions.
Literature was primarily focused on moral instruction, avoiding imaginative or sensory forms especially in theater.
Key genres included histories, biographies, diaries, and sermons, with a focus on realism and clarity.

Notable Literary Works

The Bay Psalm Book (1640): America's first book, adopting a plain style over poetic traditions.
Notable authors include William Bradford, Edward Taylor, and Anne Bradstreet whose works convey personal and communal expressions of faith.

Impact on American Literature and Culture

Puritanism shaped ethical frameworks, individual responsibilities, and the notion of life as a religious experience.
Contributions to American national mythology were initiated from Puritan ideals, influencing future literature and cultural criticism.
Established a legacy of self-examination, simplicity in language, and a strong emphasis on education and work ethic.

Discussion Topics

Analyze the significance of Native American oral literature.
Explore Of Plymouth Plantation as a Puritan text focusing on its representation of God, mission-oriented voyage, and thematic structure.
Examine characteristics of Puritan poetry, referencing specific works, exploring form, content, and biblical allusions.

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This quiz explores the motivations behind the Puritan migration to America. Test your knowledge on the key reasons that drove the Puritans to seek a new life in the New World during the 17th century.

Puritan Migration to America

Questions and Answers

What was one of the main reasons for the Puritans to migrate to America?

The Mayflower Compact was a document that outlined the legal framework for the settlement in Jamestown.

What year did the settlement in Plymouth take place?

The first permanent English settlement in North America was established in __________.

Match the following authors with their notable works from the Puritan period:

Which of the following statements best describes the Puritan beliefs?

The Native Americans had a written culture that was respected by European settlers.

The settlement at __________ in 1621 celebrated the first Thanksgiving.

What was one primary criticism of the Anglican Church by the Puritans?

The Puritans believed that God was accessible only through church hierarchy.

What did the Puritans consider themselves in relation to the Biblical concept of the Promised Land?

The __________ of all believers indicates that every faithful person can access God without a mediator.

Match the following doctrines with their descriptions:

Which significant event occurred in 1638 related to printing?

Calvinism significantly influenced Puritan beliefs, particularly the concept of predestination.

What does the acronym TULIP represent in Calvinism?

What is the primary purpose of literature during the Puritan period?

The Puritan period saw the rise of theatrical performances as a popular literary form.

Which book is considered the American version of the Psalms published in 1640?

The Puritan belief that none who are truly saved can finally fall away from faith is known as __________.

Match the following writers to their contributions or characteristics in Puritan literature:

What was the general attitude of Puritans towards the senses and imagination?

The Puritan literary tradition included a wide variety of novels.

What did Puritan literature contribute to American national literature?

Which of the following elements is characteristic of Puritan literature?

Puritanism emphasized individual responsibility to the community over individual responsibility to God.

What was the Protestant work ethic initially focused on?

Puritan literature included a focus on __________, which often involved the recording of individual experiences and reflections.

Match the following Puritan characteristics with their descriptions:

Which of the following concepts is associated with the Puritan understanding of reality?

The Puritan emphasis on education was solely to promote literacy for everyday life.

What mythological aspect did Puritanism contribute to American literature and culture?

Study Notes

The Puritan Period Overview

Key Historical Events

Native American Interaction

The Role of Printing

Puritan Religious Beliefs

Puritan Literature Characteristics

Notable Literary Works

Impact on American Literature and Culture

Discussion Topics

Studying That Suits You

Description

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