In the concepts in the Mayflower Compact include having a set of equal laws, making laws and putting together a constitution and also choosing officers to meet and discuss ,plan for the general good of the colony.
2) How does the Mayflower Compact reflect and attachment to both the "Old" and "New" worlds?
It reflects an attachment to the "old" world right from the beginning by saying " We... the Loyal Subjects of ...Sovereign Lord King James... Having undertaken for the Glory of God, and Advancement of the Christian Faith, and the Honour of our King and Country, a Voyage to plant the first Colony in the northern Parts of Virginia", they are saying they are loyal to the king and will create a new colony for him. Where the "new" world part comes in at the end is when the compact says that these men will choose officers to govern them and to make decisions for the good of the colony.
3) How did the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut differ from the Mayflower Compact?
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut differ greatly, they are a step by step order and very straight forward.Its more of a set up or a plan for the government to run. It has specific jobs with tasks. The Mayflower compact is not as specific as the Orders and does not have as much detail.
4) What prompted the colonists of Connecticut to take this approach to government, i.e.: use of a written Constitution?
Its an assurance to have a set government, it makes them feel secure and stable. Also when it is written out there is proof that these laws exist.
5) In what significant way(s) does the Fundamental Orders reflect a fear of and safeguard against the usurping of power by one person or a chosen few?
It shows that the colonists really didn't want one person or persons to have to much power and control. They didn't want to have another king.They reflect fear in the amount of time they limit the governor from being in charge. Also the fact that they have such a strict voting procedure for the Secretaries. Another way for them is by separating into my sections for the towns, so they can have even representatives to make it more fair.
Mayflower Compact
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
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