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The Significance of the Mayflower Compact: Factors in Jamestown & Plymouth

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the factors that influenced the development of the Mayflower Compact and its significance in early American history, focusing on categorizing, ranking, and analyzing these factors.

Topics covered:

#Identify key factors that influenced the Mayflower Compact
#History
#Compare the importance of different factors in shaping the Compact
#Significance & Factors
#Jamestown & Plymouth
#Categorize these factors into Political, Social, Economic, and Religious groups
#Mayflower Compact
#Explain and justify the significance of the Compact in American colonial history
#Standard

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The Significance of the Mayflower Compact: Factors in Jamestown & Plymouth

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Mayflower Compact

Source A: Excerpt from the Mayflower Compact, 1620

'In the name of God, Amen. We, whose names are underwritten, ... having undertaken for the glory of God, and advancement of the Christian faith, and honour of our King and Country, a voyage to plant the first colony in the northern parts of Virginia...' Provenance: The original Mayflower Compact, signed aboard the Mayflower.

1.
Explain what the Mayflower Compact was and its purpose. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the political motivations behind the Mayflower Compact with its religious motivations. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Factors Influencing the Significance of the Mayflower Compact

Source B: A historian’s view

'The Mayflower Compact was a pioneering step towards self-governance in America, reflecting the Pilgrims' desire for religious freedom and political independence.' Provenance: A modern historian's analysis of the Compact's importance.

1.
Categorize the factors that made the Mayflower Compact significant into Political, Social, Economic, or Religious groups. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline which factor was MORE significant in ensuring the success of the Plymouth colony: Political self-governance or Religious freedom. Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Analyse how economic factors influenced the development of early American colonies like Plymouth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

Evaluating the Impact of the Mayflower Compact

Source C: A modern analysis

'The Mayflower Compact set a precedent for self-governance and democracy in America, influencing future colonial and national government structures.' Provenance: An educational publication on American colonial history.

1.
Compare the influence of the Mayflower Compact on later American government with its influence on other colonies. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain why the Mayflower Compact was a significant development in American history. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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