Question

With this description of Bradford in mind, what will affect his point-of-view?

Answer 1

In the beginning of the story, Bradford's tone is more mysterious because he doesn't know much about the Indians. He says that "when any approached near them, they would run away" (32). Eventually the crew meet the Indians and the first one they meet became "profitable to them in acquainting them with many things concerning the state of the country in the east parts" (32). The Natives and the crew make a peace treaty that states they will help each other. The Indians and the Europeans have a 3 day feast known as Thanksgiving. At the end of the story, Bradford's tone with the Indians is much more friendly than it was in the beginning.Replym, and would sometimes sshow t

Answer 2

Here is the description: "William Bradford, a leader of the separatists who settled at Plymouth, kept a detailed journal of the Pilgrims' fortunes. He traveled to the new world looking for religious freedom and relied on his faith in god to guide his journey."

In my opinion, the fact that he "relies on his faith in God to guide his journey" will affect Bradford's point of view. Whatever happens to the Pilgrims, he will interpret as God's will, rather than a consequence of their actions. For example, a disease might be interpreted as God's punishment or temptation, rather than a consequence of poor hygiene. The indigenous people's hostility might be interpreted as a proof what happens to heathens who live without God, rather than a natural behavior of people toward foreign invaders.