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Thanksgiving Guided Notes

  1. The __________ were a group of English Protestants who sought to separate from the Church of England.

  2. King James I persecuted the __________ because they challenged the authority of the state church.

  3. The Pilgrims initially settled in __________, Holland, before seeking more freedom in the New World.

  4. William Bradford is known for keeping a detailed journal titled __________, documenting the experiences of the Pilgrims.

  5. The __________ was an agreement for self-governance, signed by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower.

  6. Plymouth Rock symbolizes the Pilgrims' arrival in America and represents their __________ heritage.

  7. The first Native American to contact the Pilgrims was __________, who greeted them in English.

  8. __________ acted as a translator and taught the Pilgrims vital agricultural practices.

  9. The initial economic system in Plymouth, meant to distribute resources equally, was called the __________ System.

  10. The menu of the first Thanksgiving included wildfowl, venison, corn, and other __________ produce.

  11. The __________ were a group of English Protestants who sought to separate from the Church of England.

  12. King James I persecuted the __________ because they challenged the authority of the state church.

  13. The Pilgrims initially settled in __________, Holland, before seeking more freedom in the New World.

  14. William Bradford is known for keeping a detailed journal titled __________, documenting the experiences of the Pilgrims.

  15. The __________ was an agreement for self-governance, signed by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower.

  16. Plymouth Rock symbolizes the Pilgrims' arrival in America and represents their __________ heritage.

  17. The first Native American to contact the Pilgrims was __________, who greeted them in English.

  18. __________ acted as a translator and taught the Pilgrims vital agricultural practices.

  19. The initial economic system in Plymouth, meant to distribute resources equally, was called the __________ System.

  20. The menu of the first Thanksgiving included wildfowl, venison, corn, and other __________ produce.

  21. The Pilgrims faced many __________ during their first winter in the New World.

  22. Myles Standish was responsible for the Pilgrims' __________ and defense.

  23. The Pilgrims’ relationship with Native Americans was crucial for their __________ and survival.

  24. Samoset was significant because he was the first Native American to make __________ with the Pilgrims.

  25. __________ led the Wampanoag tribe in establishing a peace treaty with the Pilgrims.

  26. The Pilgrims' realization that __________ was essential for economic success led to a new system of private property.

  27. The lessons from the First Thanksgiving highlight the importance of __________ and sharing among communities.

  28. The hardships faced by the Pilgrims showcased their __________ and determination to succeed.

  29. The New World attracted many __________ seeking religious freedom and economic opportunity.

  30. The First Thanksgiving celebrated the Pilgrims' successful __________ and the assistance of Native Americans.