"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.

Question

"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

Answer 1

The Pilgrims on the Mayflower agreed to the Mayflower Compact in order to form a social contract among themselves. The compact was created to establish a self-governing body and ensure order and cooperation within the new colony.