What were the three types of governance systems in Colonial America?

Colonial Governance Systems in British America

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Royal, Self-governing, Proprietary
Federal, State, Local
Monarchical, Democratic, Oligarchic
Feudal, Capitalist, Socialist
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of colony was most restrictive and often converted from other types?
Independent
Self-governing
Royal
Proprietary
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a key characteristic of royal colonies?
They were essentially corporations for profit.
They were governed by local assemblies.
They were primarily religious communities.
They were independent from the crown.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which colonies retained their self-governing charters at the start of the revolution?
New York and New Jersey
Delaware and Maryland
Rhode Island and Connecticut
Virginia and Massachusetts
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main feature of proprietary colonies?
They were directly controlled by the king.
They had significant autonomy from the crown.
They were primarily military outposts.
They were centers of trade and commerce.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which proprietary colonies were mentioned as not being hotbeds of rebellion?
New York, New Jersey, Georgia
Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut
Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is understanding colonial governance important today?
It sheds light on the diverse attitudes towards independence.
It explains the economic success of the colonies.
It shows the influence of European culture in America.
It helps us understand modern political systems.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the different colonial governments influence in terms of attitudes?
Attitudes towards English rule and independence
Attitudes towards trade and commerce
Attitudes towards religious practices
Attitudes towards education and literacy
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