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Establishment of the Plymouth Colony Fact-Matching Game

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The establishment of the Plymouth Colony in 1620 was a pivotal moment in American history, marking the arrival of the Pilgrims and the beginning of the New World settlement. To immerse yourself in this historical event, you can play a fact-matching game that will challenge your knowledge and critical thinking skills.

  • Learn about the challenges the Pilgrims faced on their journey to the New World.
  • Discover the interactions between the Pilgrims and the Native Americans.
  • Experience the harsh conditions of the first winter in Plymouth.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Plymouth Colony was established by the Pilgrims in 1620.
  • The Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock in present-day Massachusetts.
  • The Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact, a governing document, before disembarking at Plymouth.
  • The Plymouth Colony was the first permanent European settlement in New England.
  • The Pilgrims established friendly relations with the Wampanoag tribe, particularly with Squanto.
  • The first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 was a celebration of the harvest and friendship between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag.
  • The Plymouth Colony faced hardships such as harsh winters, disease, and food shortages.
  • The Pilgrims received help from the Wampanoag tribe in farming and survival techniques.
  • The Plymouth Colony eventually merged with the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1691.
  • The Plymouth Colony was governed by self-rule based on the Mayflower Compact.
  • The Pilgrims sought religious freedom and landed in Plymouth after facing persecution in England and the Netherlands.
  • The Pilgrims faced a harsh winter in 1620-21, known as the Starving Time.
  • The Plymouth Colony established trade relationships with Native American tribes for resources such as furs and food.
  • The Plymouth Colony was named after the port city of Plymouth in England, where the Mayflower departed from.
  • The Pilgrims initially intended to settle in Virginia but ended up in present-day Massachusetts due to rough seas and storms.
  • The Pilgrims established a democratic form of government in the Plymouth Colony.
  • The Plymouth Colony faced conflicts with other European settlers and Native American tribes over land and resources.
  • The Plymouth Colony celebrated Forefather's Day on December 22, commemorating the Pilgrims' arrival in Plymouth.
  • The Pilgrims' voyage on the Mayflower was funded by the Virginia Company.
  • The Plymouth Colony established trading posts and fishing villages along the coast for economic activities.

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