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Understanding the Puritans

Kathleen Rabideau

Created on October 22, 2025

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Transcript

Understanding the Puritans

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Remember that the information is between the minute 5:49 and 12:00 of the podcast

Context

Instructions

The Puritans were strict religious settlers who believed in predestination and original sin. They followed the Bible closely and enforced strict moral rules. Their fear of sin and desire for purity helped create the tension that led to the Salem Witch Trials.

Step 1 – Listen Carefully: Begin by listening to the audio excerpt (minutes 5:49 to the 12:00 of the podcast). Pay close attention to what the Puritans believed, how they lived, and what values controlled their society. Step 2 – Enter the Four Chambers: Each of the four rooms contains 4 challenges (16 total) based on the podcast. Step 3 – Use the Clues from the Audio: All answers are hidden in the information from the podcast segment. Use your listening and reasoning skills to complete each task. You can replay the audio if needed. Step 4 – Beat the Clock: Solve all the puzzles before time runs out. Only then will you uncover the truth.

Lesson 1

Answer the following questions and statements according to the audio.

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00:20

Task 1

00:20

Task 2

00:20

Task 3

00:20

Task 4

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Lesson 02

Determine whether each activity was acceptable "Yes" or unacceptable "No" in Puritan society.

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Task 1

Attending church services twice on Sunday

yes

No

Drag the circle and find the option.

Task 2

Celebrating Christmas with feasting and merriment.

yes

No

Drag the circle and find the option.

Task 3

Working in the fields on the Sabbath.

yes

No

Drag the circle and find the option.

Task 4

Reading the Bible at home

yes

No

Drag the circle and find the option.

Well done!

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Lesson 03

Make inferences from the audio and fill in the blank with the correct word.

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Task 1

Society had to stay pure to avoid God’s _______.

Bible

Predetermined

Punishment

Elect

Task 2

Those who were saved were called the _______

Bible

Predetermined

Punishment

Elect

Task 3

The ultimate guide in a Puritan’s life was the _______.

Bible

Predetermined

Punishment

Elect

Task 4

Puritans believed God had a _______ plan for every person.

Bible

Predetermined

Punishment

Elect

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Lesson 04

It's time to use your notes! Select the best answer for each question.

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task 1

What happened to people who disagreed with Puritan beliefs?

They were often exiled

They were welcomed

Fear of God’s wrath

They were promoted

task 2

What did Puritans believed about God's role in daily life?

God had no involvement

God controlled everything

God punished for everything

God only helped during emergencies

task 3

How did the Puritans view Native Americans initially?

As equals

As allies

As teachers

As threats or obstacles

task 4

What did the Puritans expect from their community members?

Total independence

Silence and obedience

Strict adherence to religious rules

Personal freedom

Manual completed

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