What is The Mayflower Compact?

A. a formal method to establish systematic order among the Pilgrims
B. an economic agreement to freely make and sell goods to the British
C. a formal agreement by the Pilgrims to abide by "just and equal laws" drafted by leaders of their own choosing
D. a long-term treaty for trade routes with the Dutch Tea Company

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The Mayflower Compact is best described by option C: a formal agreement by the Pilgrims to abide by "just and equal laws" drafted by leaders of their own choosing. It was signed in 1620 by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower and is considered one of the first agreements for self-government in America.