Purpose of the Mayflower Compact

Easy Period 2: 1607–1754 Colonial Government

In the early colonial period of the United States, various colonies were established with unique forms of governance reflecting the needs and ideologies of their settlers. One notable document, established in 1620 by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower, exemplifies the idea of self-governance and majority rule. What was the main purpose of this document?

To establish laws for trade and commerce.

To create a government based on a royal charter.

To outline a framework for self-governance.

To declare independence from England.

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