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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Stone managed to get the governor of Virginia drunk and ended up absconding with _____ pounds worth of provisions.

2. The thing that most concerned Bradford was the separation of which of the following:

3. Who typically sent the important communications from England?

4. Approximately how many people died from the epidemic?

5. One letter stated that Allerton had gone so far with his treachery that there was no way ____ could be repaired.

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened to Massasoit during this time?

2. Discuss Weston's actions after the failure of Weston Plantation.

3. Discuss the issues the Pilgrims had with the English regarding animal pelts.

4. Examine the conflict between the Pequot and the Narragansett.

5. The Pilgrims had their share of dealing with unscrupulous men. Discuss this problem.

6. Discuss "The Strange Proceedings of Mr. Allerton."

7. Who were the Undertakers? What was their job?

8. What eventually happened to Weston?

9. There was a tremendous hurricane that struck the colony in the middle of August. Explain the severity of the hurricane as well as Bradford's comments.

10. Bradford talks about the letters received by Winslow, many of which held ridiculous complaints. Discuss at least some of the complaints.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the founding, purpose, methods, and duties of the Separatist movement as it relates to the traditionally accepted religions of Europe and the Church of England at large.

Essay Topic 2

William Bradford's upbringing was somewhat unusual. Discuss the circumstances of Bradford's young life. What tragedy occurred when Bradford was a baby? Where was Bradford sent as a result? Who raised Bradford? What skills did Bradford learn as a child? What captured Bradford's attention and interest at age 12? How did it change Bradford's life? What would Bradford eventually be prompted to do? How did Bradford utilize his skills to better Plymouth Plantation? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

The relationship between the Pilgrims and Squanto evolved in some unexpected ways. Discuss the agreements the Pilgrims made with Squanto. What was Squanto's role at Plymouth Plantation? Did Squanto serve as a guide, instructor, liaison or something else? Explain. How did Squanto's role change over the years? What did Bradford mean when he stated that Squanto had become corrupt? In what ways did Squanto cheat the Pilgrims? What was Squanto's biggest contribution to the Plantation?

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