Question

Why was the Mayflower Compact important to the success of the Plymouth colony?

A. It set up the process for organizing farming in the colony.


B. It defined colonists' separation from King James I.


C. It served as a basis for passing laws for the good of the colony.


D. It became the basis for trade agreements with Holland.

Answer 1

The answer is:

C. It served as a basis for passing laws for the good of the colony.

The Mayflower Compact was created in the Plymouth colony to establish a government for the newly arrived pilgrims.