Question

Briefly rewrite the following quote from the Mayflower Compact in your own words (approximately 20 to 30 words) while keeping the same meaning:
We whose names are underwritten . . . combine ourselves together into a civil body politic . . . to enact, constitute and frame such just and equal laws, ordinances, acts, constitutions and offices, from time to time as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the Colony.

Answer 1

the decloration of independence

Answer 2

For those of us whose names are written, we will form a democracy to meet the needs that best fit the Colony.

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