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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. In 1634 this tribe started a feud with the _____.

2. Where was Weston sent after being convicted?

3. Bradford details the shipwreck of which vessel?

4. The Revered entered into a partnership with which of the following:

5. In what year was Winslow elected as the new governor?

Short Essay Questions

1. The people at Weston's Plantation began to suffer from lack of food. Discuss Bradford's impression of the facts.

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

3. What were some of the difficulties faced by Winslow when he attempted to hire another minister for Plymouth Plantation?

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

5. Examine the continued presence of the Dutch and trade with the Pilgrims.

6. Hard times continued to plague the Plymouth. Discuss the resignation of Ralph Smith.

7. What eventually happened to Weston?

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

9. What was the basis of the conflict regarding trade on the Kennebec and Connecticut Rivers?

10. Weston continues to plague the Pilgrims with his underhanded tactics. Examine Weston's next move.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The appearance of Samoset and Squanto was a highly important event during the early days of Plymouth Plantation. Discuss the arrival of Samoset and Squanto. What caused the men to arrive at Plymouth Plantation? Why were Samoset and Squanto the ones chosen to approach? Who was the high ranking member of the tribe? To which tribe did the men belong? How did the men learn to speak English? What was the initial reaction by both sides during the first meeting? Was the meeting friendly? What happened next?

Essay Topic 2

Bradford was elected governor of Plymouth Plantation 33 times. Discuss in detail the leadership of the colony, the position of governor, the responsibilities, and the election process. Was there anyone else that took as much responsibility as Bradford? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

After spending less than a year in Amsterdam, the Separatists had cause to move out of the city and to the town of Leyden. Discuss in detail the reasons for leaving Amsterdam. Was there one specific incident or reason for moving out of the city? If so, what was it? Was the entire group eager to go or was the decision made by a few? Were all of the Separatists in the city by that time? Why did they choose Leyden? How is Leyden described in the text? How long did the group stay in Leyden? How did the conditions compare to those in Amsterdam? What were the biggest differences? Were the Separatists more or less successful in Leyden in regards to rebuilding their church? Explain.

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