What was the primary reason that Roger Williams left the Massachusetts Bay colony and founded the Rhode Island colony
1. He wanted to start a colony where the government had more power
2. He was forced out by Native Americans
3. He sought better opportunities for farming
4. He was ordered to leave by the court because of his political beliefs on religious tolerance

Why did the Pilgrims leave England
1. They sought gold, silver and riches
2. They wanted to escape religion persecution
3. They wanted to settle in a warmer climate
4. The king wanted to discover new land

What were some important industries along the Eastern coast in the New England colonies. Select all that apply
1. shipping
2. fur trade
3. farming
4. fishing
5. tobacco farming
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The May Flower Compact
In the name of God, Amen. We, whose names are unwritten, the loyal subjects of our dread Sovereign Lord King James...Having undertaken, for the glory of god, and advancement of the Christian faith...a voyage to plant the first colony in the Northern parts of Virginia, do...solemnly and mutually...covenant [agree] and combine ourselves together into a civil body politic, for our better ordering and preservation...and by virtue hereof to enact, constitute [establish] and frame such just and equal laws...and offices...as shall be thought most meet [suitable] and convenient for the general good of the Colony unto which we promised all due to submission and obedience. In witness whereof we have hereunder subscribed our names...Anno Dom. 1620.
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In The Mayflower Compact why do all the pilgrims promise " all due to submission and obedience"?
1. to show that they will remain servants of God
2. to show that they will follow the colony's rule
3. to show that they will elect a colonial leader
4. to show that they will follow the king of England