The arguments between the Pilgrims and the Strangers after landing in North America primarily stemmed from differing goals, perspectives, and concerns regarding governance. Here's a breakdown of the potential reasons you mentioned:
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They disagreed on where to settle: This is true, as the Pilgrims, who had specific religious motivations and plans, had intended to settle in a different area than where they actually landed (which was not their originally intended destination). This created tension regarding the appropriate site for their settlement.
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The Pilgrim leaders claimed the Strangers spoke of mutiny: The Strangers, who were not Pilgrims but rather other colonists aboard the Mayflower, did express their dissatisfaction with the Pilgrims’ leadership, which could have led to accusations of mutiny or rebellion against the Pilgrim authority.
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The Strangers wanted to establish their own laws: The Strangers did have a different perspective on governance and wanted more freedom to establish their own rules, which clashed with the Pilgrims' desire for a more communal and religiously based governing structure.
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The Pilgrims wanted to find treasure: While the Pilgrims were mainly motivated by religious freedom and community building, the desire for economic opportunities and resources was also a part of the colonial endeavor, although it was not their primary goal.
Overall, a combination of these factors—disagreements over settlement, governance, and cultural values—contributed to the tensions between the Pilgrims and the Strangers after their landing in North America.