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be duly set at each of our general courts annually...all breaches of this order to be punished proportional to the value of the oppression...this court......in the interim recommends (that) all tradesmen and laborers consider the religious end of their callings, which is that receiving such moderate profit as may enable them to serve god and their neighbors with their arts and trades comfortably, they do not enrich themselves suddenly and inordinately by oppressing prices and wages to the impoverishing (of) their neighbors....live in the practice of that crying sin of oppression, but avoid it.
what type of source is this? (primary or secondary and what is it?)
what is the bias of the author, as it relates to this essay question? what might account for this bias?
what is the overall goal of this document?
looking at the goal of this document and the arguments used to make its point, what may be deduced about the society in connecticut?
source: captain john smith, history of virginia, 1624
when the (large ship) departed,...those of us that had money, spare clothes, credit to give bills of payment, gold rings, fur, or any such commodities, were ever welcome to purchase supplies. the rest of us patiently obeyed our vile commanders and (bought) our provisions at fifteen times the value...yet did not repine but fasted, lest we should incur the censure of (being) factious and seditious persons...our ordinary food was but meal and water so that this little relieved our wants, whereby with the extremity of the bitter cold frost...more than half of us died.
the worst (among us were the gold seekers who) with their golden promises made all men their slaves in hope of recompenses. there was no talk...but dig gold, wash gold, refine gold, load gold...smith, perceiving (we lived) from hand to mouth, caused the pinnance (a small ship) to be provided with things fitting to get provision for the year following.
(two councilors) wingfield and kendall...strengthened themselves with the sailors and other confederates (and planned to go) aboard the pinnance to alter her course and to go for england.
smith had the plot discovered to him. much trouble he had to prevent it, till with store of saker and musket shot he forced them to stay or sink in the river, which action cost the life of captain kendall.
these brawls are so disgustful, as some will say; they are better forgotten.
what type of source is this? (primary or secondary and what is it?)
what is the bias of the author, as it relates to this essay question? what might account for this bias?

Explanation:

1. Primary sources are original materials from the time period under study. Captain John Smith's account is from 1624 and is a firsthand record.
2. Bias often stems from self - interest. Smith's desire to present his actions favorably is a common human trait in historical accounts.
3. The document's goal is evident from its content of recording events and personal perspectives.
4. The document's focus on Virginia makes it inapplicable for deductions about Connecticut.

Answer:

1. Type of source: Primary source. It is a historical account written by Captain John Smith in 1624, History of Virginia, which is a firsthand - written record from the time period in question.
2. Bias of the author: Smith may have a bias towards portraying himself in a positive light and others (such as the gold - seekers and some of the commanders) in a negative light. He presents himself as a figure trying to maintain order. This bias may be accounted for by his desire to defend his actions and his role in the events, as well as to shape the narrative of the early Virginia settlement in a way that reflects well on his leadership.
3. Overall goal of the document: To record the events and challenges faced during the early settlement of Virginia, including the difficulties with provisions, the behavior of different groups, and internal conflicts. It also serves as a way to tell his side of the story regarding the power struggles and survival efforts.
4. Deductions about Connecticut society: Since the document is about Virginia and not Connecticut, no direct deductions about Connecticut society can be made from this document.