Test 1 Flashcards
What happened to the “Speedwell”?
She (the ship) had been refitted with a larger mainmast to carry an oversized sail. The torque caused the hull to separate, creating leaks.
How did the Indian tribe help the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag went on to teach them how to hunt, plant crops and how to get the best of their harvest, saving these people, who would go on to be known as the Pilgrims, from starvation.
Who was Squanto?
A member of the Patuxet tribe, best known for being an early liaison between the Native American population in Southern New England and the Mayflower Pilgrims who made their settlement at the site of Squanto’s former summer village.
Who was Samoset?
The first American Indian to make contact with the Pilgrims of Plymouth Colony in New England. He startled the colonists on March 16, 1621 by walking into Plymouth Colony and greeting them in English, saying “Welcome, Englishmen.”
What foods were at the 1st Thanksgiving?
Freshly killed deer, assorted wildfowl (birds), cod, bass, and flint (fish), and a native variety of corn harvested by the Native Americans, which was eaten as corn bread and porridge.
Public & CPC schools differ on the 1st “Thanksgiving” event. How do they differ?
CPC emphasizes the Thanksgiving to God as the reason for the event.
Who was William Bradford?
One of the original settlers of the Plymouth Colony after leaving England on the Mayflower in 1620. Bradford was influential in shaping Plymouth’s government and became its governor in 1621. He went on to serve as governor off and on for over 30 years.
List the New England colonies?
New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut
What was the official church of England called?
The Anglican Church
Who were the “Puritans”?
English Protestants who believed that the reforms of the Church of England did not go far enough
Who were the “Separatists”?
Also called “Independents”, any of the English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who wished to separate from the perceived corruption of the Church of England and form independent local churches.
List the “Middle Colonies”
Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware
Who was Roger Williams? What colony did he settle?
Defender of religious liberty and founder of Rhode Island
Who was Thomas Hooker? What is he famous for?
A prominent English colonial leader and Congregational minister known as an outstanding speaker and an advocate of universal Christian suffrage.
What was the first written constitution in the colonies called?
Fundamental Orders,
