10 Questions
What was the main role of the shipmaster on the Mayflower?
Driving or managing the ship
Where did the ship surgeon work on the Mayflower?
Cabin
What was the main responsibility of the gunner on the Mayflower?
Using and managing the ship's guns
Where was the food stored and prepared on the Mayflower?
Forecastle
What was the purpose of the Mayflower Compact?
To establish a government and laws
Who aided the pilgrims upon their arrival in the New World?
Wampanoag tribe
What was another name for the between deck where the pilgrims traveled?
Gun deck
Who was in charge of sails and rigging on the Mayflower?
Quartermaster
During their voyage, what was the approximate height of the between deck where the pilgrims traveled?
5 feet tall
What does a cooper do on a ship like the Mayflower?
Brings barrels on board
This quiz challenges your understanding of maritime vocabulary by asking you to define various roles such as Pilgrims, Shipmaster, Ship pilot, Master mate, Ship surgeon, Gunner, Quartermaster, Boatswain, Carpenter, and Cooper in your own words.
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