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Question 10 • Literature and Composition III

What does Of Plymouth Plantation reveal about the Pilgrims' readiness to establish a new colony where they landed?

Answer

They had enough food to survive the winter without the ship, but no adequate means to protect themselves against the harsh environment.

They could easily protect themselves against the harsh environment, but they did not have enough food to survive the winter without the ship.

They were prepared to build shelters and to grow food to support themselves comfortably if the ship left before spring.

They were not prepared for the harshness of the environment, and they had little food if the ship left before spring.

Explanation

Bradford describes the Pilgrims arriving late in the year, facing severe weather and lacking suitable shelter. Their supplies were limited, and the ship provided important support while they struggled to establish themselves. This shows they were not ready for the harsh environment and had little food if the ship left before spring, matching choice D.

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