Explores the history of the Puritans who founded the United States. Analyzes how Puritans affected the development of the U.S. Constitution through their culture, religion, society, and thinking.
Most Puritans believe that God was the only way to heaven and that his grace could not be earned. They believe that a select few were chosen at birth to go to Heaven. These select few could live their lives however they contented, yet still being allowed to go to Heaven. God would determine each individual's destiny and no man could influence or change his providence.
Examines how the Puritan British colonists of America treated the native Americans. Discusses if that treatment was justified. Explores what role religion played in the conflict.
Compares Puritan society values to modern day society values. Contends that since the times of Puritan, society has been spiraling down hill fast in faith and morality.
The Puritans came over on the Mayflower in 1620 to escape religious persecution in England. Facts about the Puritans governmental structure in early American history.
Examines how the Puritan religion played a significant part in the lives of the early settlers in the New World. Discusses why he Puritans left England. Analyzes literature written during that time period for its emphasis on religion.
Bradford and Smith both wrote about their journey to the new world, they also stated their view on Native Americans, they stated who the audience for their story was, and they stated their heroes in the story. John Smith and William Bradford wrote about the road and settlement to the new world, but they each show some type of thankfulness to a hero. In this case the hero is the person who helped the people of England get to the new world.
Discusses the Puritans and their journey to America. Explains how three of their values are similar to or different from the Native Americans'. Includes quotes from famous Puritan writers to back up each point.
Discusses the life of William Bradford and his role as one of the first Puritan colonists to America. Explores the Puritan belief in divine providence, that someone or something else other than themselves was in control.
