Question

the pilgrims and the puritans: activity
direction: use information from the reading selection to complete each activity.
activity 1
how were the puritans and pilgrims alike? how were they different?
puritans and pilgrims
alike
different
activity 2
explain what the author meant by the statement, \plymouths greatest contribution to history may have been the mayflower compact.\ cite evidence from the reading selection to support your answer.

Explanation:

For Activity 1, common religious and cultural traits are identified based on historical knowledge of these groups. For Activity 2, the significance of the Mayflower Compact in terms of self - government is explained, and the need for evidence from the reading is noted as per the question's requirement.

Answer:

Activity 1: Both Puritans and Pilgrims were devout English - Protestants who sought religious freedom. They had strict moral codes and a strong work - ethic. They believed in the authority of the Bible.
Activity 2: The Mayflower Compact was a significant early example of self - government in the New World. It was an agreement among the Pilgrims on the Mayflower to establish a civil body politic and abide by its laws. Plymouth's greatest contribution to history may have been this early experiment in self - rule as it set a precedent for future colonial governments. Evidence could include details from the reading about how the Compact was formed, its rules, and how it influenced the daily life and governance in Plymouth.