Motives: Separatists vs. Puritans
Motives: Separatists vs. Puritans is a Grade 5 history skill from Pengi Social Studies. Students compare and contrast the religious motivations of the Separatists (Pilgrims) and Puritans who came to New England, understanding how their different religious views shaped their approaches to building colonies.
Key Concepts
Two groups came to America for religious reasons.
The Pilgrims were "Separatists" who wanted to completely separate from the Church of England. The Puritans wanted to "purify" or fix the church from within.
Both groups faced persecution in England and sought a place to worship freely.
Common Questions
Who were the Separatists?
The Separatists, also called the Pilgrims, believed the Church of England was too corrupt to reform and wanted to completely separate from it. They sailed on the Mayflower to Plymouth in 1620.
Who were the Puritans?
The Puritans believed the Church of England needed to be purified from within. They founded the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630.
How were Separatists and Puritans different?
Separatists wanted a complete break from the Church of England, while Puritans hoped to reform it from within. Both groups sought religious freedom in the New World.
Why did both groups come to North America?
Both groups fled religious persecution and sought to practice their faith freely. They both settled in New England.
What grade covers Separatists vs Puritans?
This comparative topic is studied in Grade 5 social studies.