Pilgrims and Plymouth

Who were the Pilgrims?

The Pilgrims were English settlers seeking religious freedom. They left England in 1620.

What ship did the Pilgrims sail on?

The Pilgrims sailed on the Mayflower. It took about 66 days to reach America.

What year did the Pilgrims land?

The Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620.

True or false: Pilgrims were originally going to Virginia.

True, because they intended to settle in Virginia but ended up in Massachusetts.

Fill in the blank: The Pilgrims signed the _______.

The Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact, establishing self-governance.

Difference between the Pilgrims and Puritans.

Pilgrims sought separation from the Church of England, while Puritans wanted to reform it.

Who helped the Pilgrims survive?

Squanto and other Native Americans taught the Pilgrims how to grow crops and fish.

What is Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving celebrates the Pilgrims' harvest feast in 1621 with Native Americans.

True or false: Plymouth Colony was a successful settlement.

True, because it became the first permanent European settlement in New England.

Fill in the blank: The first winter was very _______.

The first winter was very harsh. Many Pilgrims died from cold and hunger.

What was the main crop grown by Pilgrims?

Corn was a main crop. It was vital for their survival.

When did the Mayflower return to England?

The Mayflower returned to England in April 1621, after leaving the Pilgrims.