Early Colonial America: Pilgrims, Puritans, and Dissenters

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the Pilgrims, Puritans, and notable dissenters in early colonial America.

What document did the Pilgrims create to establish a government before disembarking at Plymouth?

The Mayflower Compact.

What was the main reason for the Pilgrims leaving the Netherlands?

They did not like the Dutch influence on their children.

Who served as the first governor of the Plymouth Colony?

William Bradford.

What event in 1621 is celebrated as the first Thanksgiving?

The feast between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoags.

What was the Great Migration?

A period between 1630-1640 when approximately 20,000 colonists moved to New England.

Who was the elected governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony for 12 of its first 20 years?

John Winthrop.

What concept did Winthrop's 'City upon a Hill' sermon introduce?

American Exceptionalism.

What did Roger Williams advocate for regarding church and state?

Separation of church and state.

What is antinomianism as perceived by Anne Hutchinson?

The belief that the truly saved do not need to obey laws and religious codes.

What new colony did Roger Williams establish?

Rhode Island.