Multiple choice What was the Mayflower Compact. Why was it important. Created legal authority and an assembly. Consent of governed Created the right to assemble. Consent from the governed. Create legal authority. Consent deprived from God The King ruled and everyone listened Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Mayflower Compact was a social contract signed by the Pilgrims in 1620 to establish a self-governing colony. It created a legal framework based on the consent of the governed, which was essential for maintaining order in the new settlement.