Question 1

Why did Roger Williams turn down the opportunity to become a minister at John Winthrop's Boston church?

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Question 2

Most Puritans who settled Massachusetts Bay colony were either farmers or

Accepted Answer

The Puritan settlers of Massachusetts Bay colony were primarily farmers who came to establish a community of like-minded individuals who could practice their religion freely. While there were some merchants and tradesmen among them, the vast majority were not from the nobility or landed gentry.

Question 3

Which statement characterizes sixteenth-century English Puritanism?

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Puritans wanted to "purify" the Church of England by removing many of the features they saw as too Catholic, such as elaborate rituals and decorations. They sought a simpler form of Protestantism, emphasizing personal piety and strict adherence to Scriptural teachings. The Puritan movement was not centrally administered, and while it did call for a certain level of church influence in people's lives, it was more focused on individual self-improvement than on the power of the clergy.

Question 4

According to the Puritan doctrine of predestination, how could one achieve salvation after death?

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According to the Puritan doctrine of predestination, one's fate was predetermined by God and could not be changed through good works or prayer. Therefore, Puritans could do nothing to alter their destiny and achieve salvation after death.

Question 5

"[A]nd this by the testimony of vile varlets, as not only were known before, but have been further apparent since, by their manifest lives, whoredoms, incest &c. The accusations of these, from their spectral sight, being the chief evidence against those that suffered; in which accusations they were upheld by both magistrates and ministers, so long as they apprehended themselves in no danger. And then, tho' they could defend neither the doctrine nor the practice, yet none of them have in such a publick manner as the case requires, testified against either; tho', at the same time they could not but be sensible what a stain and lasting infamy they have brought upon the whole country, to the indangering of the future welfare not only of this but of other places, induced by their example . . . occasioning the great dishonour and blasphemy of the name of God . . . and as a natural effect thereof, to the great increase of Atheism." Whom did the author refer to as "vile varlets"?

Accepted Answer

The author refers to those who accused witches as "vile varlets" in this passage.

Question 6

How did the English monarchs James I and Charles I react to the ideas of Puritan reformers?

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James I and Charles I both enforced conformity to the Church of England, and punished Puritan dissenters who refused to conform to the established church. James I famously declared, "No bishop, no king," emphasizing the close ties between the monarchy and the Church of England, and Charles I's authoritarian rule and attempts to set up uniform religious practices throughout the realm contributed to the outbreak of the English Civil War.

Question 7

Unlike most other immigrant groups in American history, the migration to Puritan New England included

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The migration to Puritan New England included a great number of complete families, which set it apart from most other immigrant groups in American history.

Question 8

The Puritans, who described themselves as Separatists, believed that

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The Puritans believed that the Church of England was corrupt beyond redemption and that they needed to separate themselves from it in order to worship and live according to the Bible's teachings.

Question 9

What was the goal of the Puritans who founded Massachusetts Bay colony?

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The Puritans who founded Massachusetts Bay colony sought to reform the Church of England by establishing a community where their religious beliefs could be practiced freely. They believed that the Church of England was corrupt and needed to be purified. The establishment of the colony was not for individual interests, profit-making for the crown, or killing Indian enemies.

Question 10

After having spent a great deal of time with Native Americans, Roger Williams believed that

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Roger Williams believed that English colonists should respect the Indians' culture. He spent a great deal of time with the Native Americans and learned their language and customs. He believed that they were equal to the English and should not be forced to convert to the Puritan faith or have their land taken away. He even advocated for the purchase of land from the Native Americans rather than just taking it without permission.

Question 11

New England Puritanism owed its religious roots to the

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New England Puritanism was a branch of Protestantism that emerged in the late 16th century and was influenced by the Protestant Reformation. Puritans sought to purify the Church of England of what they saw as Catholic remnants and uphold a strict code of personal morality. They believed in predestination and the authority of the Bible, and their religion was a central aspect of their daily life.

Question 12

How did Puritans react when King Charles I dissolved Parliament in 1629?

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Puritans prepared to leave England because they had lost their political voice.

Question 13

Why was the town meeting significant in seventeenth-century New England?

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The town meeting was significant in seventeenth-century New England because it allowed for popular political participation, which was unprecedented during that time period. It gave citizens a direct voice in local government and allowed them to make important decisions collectively. This helped foster a sense of community and democracy in the colonies.

Question 14

What does the seal of the Massachusetts Bay colony tell us about English attitudes toward Native Americans?

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Question 15

How did King Henry VIII respond to the Protestant Reformation?

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King Henry VIII responded to the Protestant Reformation by breaking away from the Catholic Church and making himself the head of the Church of England, which allowed him to divorce his wife and marry again.

Question 16

Which colony attracted dissenters through the protection of "Liberty of Conscience"?

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Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams in 1636 as a haven for those seeking religious freedom and dissenters, particularly emphasizing the protection of "Liberty of Conscience."

Question 17

Why did Puritans keep churches out of the civil government of New England?

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Puritans had left England to escape religious persecution and were opposed to the Church of England's control of the government. They believed in separating church and state in order to prevent the abuses that occurred in England.

Question 18

Why was the charter of the Massachusetts Bay Company unique?

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Unlike other charters of the time, the charter for the Massachusetts Bay Company allowed the company's government to be located in the colony itself, rather than in England. This gave the colonists more autonomy and control over their own government. The other options given are not true statements regarding the Massachusetts Bay Company's charter.

Question 19

Which statement characterizes Puritan communities in the first half of the seventeenth century?

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Puritan communities in the first half of the seventeenth century were known for their high degree of religious conformity. They believed in strict adherence to the word of God and had a deep commitment to their Puritan beliefs. This uniformity was reflected in their laws, customs, and social practices. Therefore, option B is the correct statement about Puritan communities during this time. The other options are not accurate representations of these communities.

Question 20

Who argued that the Puritans should be "a city upon a hill" that would inspire the rest of the world?

Accepted Answer

John Winthrop, the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, gave a sermon in which he used the phrase "a city upon a hill" to describe the Puritan community. He believed that they had a special mission from God to create a model society that would inspire others to follow their example.

Quiz 4: The Northern Colonies in the Seventeenth Century