We, whose names are underwritten,... Do by these Presents, solemnly and mutually, in the Presence of God and one another,... covenant and combine ourselves together into a civil Body
Politick, for our better Ordering and Preservation, and Furtherance of the Ends aforesaid: And by
Virtue hereof do enact, constitute, and frame, such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts,
Constitutions, and Officers, from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the
general Good of the Colony: unto which we promise all due Submission and Obedience.
-- Mayflower Compact, 1620
What best explains the purpose of this document?

A. to convince people to settle in Massachusetts

B. to promote good relations with Native Americans in Pennsylvania

C. to organize a government for the Plymouth colony

D. to establish religious toleration in the Virginia colony