"We whose names are underwritten...do enact constitute and frame, such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions, and Officers, from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general Good of the Colony; unto which we promise all due Submission and Obedience. -Mayflower Compact, 1620.
For what reason did the Pilgrims on the Mayflower agree to the Mayflower Compact?
To demonstrate goodwill toward local American Indians
To form a social contract among themselves
To establish trade relations with other colonies
To declare independence from all European nations