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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 2, Dangerous Shoals and Roaring Breakers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the 1600s, who tried to navigate the same treacherous waters that the Mayflower encountered?
(a) Samuel Champlain.
(b) Jolliet.
(c) La Salle.
(d) Marquette.

2. In 1676, what ship left the shores of New England?
(a) Speedwell.
(b) The Seaflower.
(c) Little James.
(d) Fortune.

3. On the voyage, how many women were pregnant?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Six.

4. Who was to be the governor of the new colony?
(a) William Bradford.
(b) Robert Cushman.
(c) John Carver.
(d) John Howland.

5. What was the author researching when he decided to learn more about the Pilgrims?
(a) Plymouth Colony.
(b) Nantucket Island.
(c) Cape Cod.
(d) Boston.

Short Answer Questions

1. What book tells about the voyage of the Mayflower?

2. Where was the ship's helmsman stationed?

3. Who allowed war to happen?

4. Who was the Mayflower's governor?

5. What is the name of the war that occurred in 1675?

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