Reading guide for John Smith and William Bradford

Word process your responses.

From The General History of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles (45-53)

1. What are the reasons that the colonists suffer illness and starvation?

2. What is Smith’s responsibility?

3. How does he avoid death on each of many occasions?

Of Plymouth Plantation, Chapter X (61-65)

1. Refer back to the Introduction to this section. What is the difference between Puritans and Pilgrims?

2. Describe the first sighting of the Indians.

3. Describe the first encounter.

NOW, think about this: How might the Native Americans have viewed both Smith and Bradford’s actions in the new world?