1) What concepts are included in the Mayflower Compact?
The concepts included are unity, preservation of the just laws and practices, loyalty to King James and the establishment of a political body in which the people have a voice.

2) How does the Mayflower Compact reflect and attachment to both the "Old" and "New" worlds?
The Mayflower Compact reflects an attachment to the “Old” world by swearing to loyalty to King James. The compact reflects an attachment to the “New” world because it establishes a policy which benefits the new colony.

3) How did the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut differ from the Mayflower Compact?
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut set down specific rules whereas the Mayflower Compact was a general agreement.

4) What prompted the colonists of Connecticut to take this approach to government, i.e.: use of a written Constitution?
Colonists realized that in order to maintain peace and union the colonists must gather as a people and establish a government in order to deal with affairs of the people.

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?
One way in which an usurping of power by one person is prevented is the time limit set on political positions. In addition, elections must occur in order for one hold a political position such as governor. Also, the Order calls for the stopping of an election which is illegal in some way.