Who, What, When, and Where?
Who wrote, Of Plymouth Plantation?
William Bradford
What was the primary reason the Pilgrims left England?
To escape religious persecution and seek religious freedom.
What Native American tribe helped the Pilgrims survive in the New World?
The Wampanoag
What ship carried the Pilgrims to the New World?
The Mayflower
Where did the Pilgrims initially settle before coming to the New World?
Leiden, Netherlands
What hardships did the Pilgrims face during their first winter?
Severe weather, disease, and food shortages, leading to many deaths.
What year did the Pilgrims arrive in the New World?
1620
What was the "Starving Time"?
The winter of 1620-1621, where nearly half of the Pilgrims died from illness and lack of food.
Who was the Native American who acted as an interpreter and guide for the Pilgrims?
Squanto
Where did the Pilgrims establish their settlement?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
What was the purpose of Of Plymouth Plantation?
To document the Pilgrim's journey, struggles, and the founding of their colony as a testament to God's providence.
How does William Bradford portray the relationship between the Pilgrims and the Native Americans?
Bradford describes cooperation and mutual assistance, particularly with Squanto and the Wampanoag.
What document was signed aboard the Mayflower to establish a form of self-government?
The Mayflower Compact
What role does religion play in Of Plymouth Plantation?
Religion is central, as the Pilgrims believed their journey and survival were guided by divine providence.
What event does Bradford describe as the "First Thanksgiving"?
The feast shared between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag in 1621 to celebrate a successful harvest.