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Performance Task

In the Character of one of the
Pilgrims Who, Survived the first year
in New England, write a letter to someone
back in England describing your current
Situation and how it has improved.

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Dear Friend,

I hope this letter finds you well. It has been a year since we arrived in New England, and I am pleased to report that I have survived and even thrived in this new land.

The first few months were certainly a challenge. We arrived in the dead of winter, with little knowledge of the local customs or the harsh climate. Many of our fellow pilgrims fell ill or died, and there were times when I too despaired of ever making it through.

But thanks to the support of our community and the kindness of the local Native American tribes, I have managed to persevere. We have built sturdy homes and established a thriving settlement, with fields of crops and plentiful game in the forests.

I have even begun to explore this new world, venturing further afield to discover new plants and animals, and learning from the wisdom of the native peoples. Life here is not without its hardships, but it is also full of wonder and possibility.

I am proud to be a part of this pioneering community, and I know that our efforts here will lay the foundations for a better future for our families and our descendants. I miss England dearly, but I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this great adventure.

Please write back soon and let me know how things are back home.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]
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