GED Social Studies : Mayflower Compact

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for GED Social Studies

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Example Questions

Example Question #1 : United States History

The pilgrims who signed the Mayflower Compact travelled to America to __________

Possible Answers:

make their fortune and achieve economic autonomy.

establish a military base in the war between England and France.

colonize the continent of America for the British crown.

flee religious persecution in Europe.

establish a free and fully democratic society.

Correct answer:

flee religious persecution in Europe.

Explanation:

The pilgrims who arrived in Massachusetts from Europe were fleeing religious persecution in England under King James I. They signed the Mayflower Compact which essentially stated they were an autonomous and self-governing people.

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