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Puritan Principles

Reasons for “new world” arrival Religious freedom Economic opportunity

Utilitarian Literature Instructional literature, meant to be useful in educating people in various skills

Core Beliefs Divine Mission Plainness Grace

Legacy of Government The Mayflower Compact paved the way for our current system of government, the Constitution and democracy

Saintly Behavior Since God’s grace was demonstrated by the most appropriate behavior, Puritans tried to be as “good” as possible

Plain Style Puritans favored this style This use of language was less complicated than the “high style” being utilized in royal courts in Europe.

Lit Terms to KNOW & IDENTIFY examples of from Literature we’ve read Purpose Extended metaphor Imagery Inversion Theme Motive Paradox Tone