Misc. Flashcards
1
Q
What is a reason the British favored a representative government?
A
Colonists were accustomed to English traditions and structures including the rights of Englishmen. A parliamentary system seemed natural.
2
Q
The Dutch moved to New York for…
A
Economic Reasons
3
Q
The Swedes moved to Delaware for…
A
Economic Reasons
4
Q
The English moved to for…
A
Religious and Political
5
Q
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut was significant because…
A
It was the first written constitution in the colonies.
6
Q
The Virginia House of Burgesses is significant because…
A
It was a representative government (elected by the people).
7
Q
Religious leaders contributed to representative government by…
A
establishing self-governing bodies
