The Journey to the New World
In 1620 John Howland excitedly boarded the Mayflower with a group of men wanted to be able to worship God freely. They headed to America. During the trip there was a terrible storm. Lightning flashed, thunder crashed, wind roared, and massive waves rocked the boat. The pilgrims stayed below in the gun deck. It was crowded and they were cold, wet, and scared.
John did not like being cooped up so he went to the upper deck. Without warning the ship rolled and John fell into the ocean. As he fell he grabbed a hanging rope. As he dangled over the ocean, he screamed for help. Luckily the sailors had seen what had happened. He was able grab a boat hook. Goodman John was relived and grateful to be on land. When he returned his friends were happy that he was safe. Then they knew that their journey to the new world would be a difficult one. 
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