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How do the reformers decide who will sail to America first?
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By drawing lots
Based on financial contributions to the voyage
Those who can quickly settle their affairs can leave
The youngest and healthiest members of the congregation can leave
How does Bradford depict Thomas Weston's role in changing the reformers' destination to New England?
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As a strategic decision in the best interest of the congregants
As a benevolent act to spread Christianity in the New World
As a generous offer to ensure the safety of the colonists
As a self-serving move motivated by the potential for profit
What changes does Thomas Weston introduce in the new contract with the congregants?
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Increasing upfront costs and restricting personal farming profits
Lowering the costs of rations and transportation
Granting the colonists complete autonomy over the Plymouth Plantation
Offering financial incentives for the cultivation of cash crops
How does Cushman respond to the concerns raised by Robinson and Bradford?
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By agreeing to renegotiate the contract with Weston
By insisting the original contract was unfair and justifying the new demands
By dismissing their concerns as irrelevant
By proposing a completely new agreement with another company
What issue causes disagreement among the congregants' contacts in England?
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The best location to gather provisions for the voyage
The selection of a captain for the voyage to America
The design of the ships to be used for the voyage
The choice of destination in America
How might Bradford's portrayal of the Pilgrims be biased?
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By emphasizing their financial struggles over their spiritual journey
By portraying them more favorably to ensure their legacy
By downplaying the role of the indigenous peoples in their survival
By exaggerating the dangers they faced during the voyage
