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What was a key British liberty cherished by the colonists?
What was a key British liberty cherished by the colonists?
- Freedom of the press (correct)
- Right to bear arms
- Right to private property
- Right to a speedy trial
Who held the executive power in the British government?
Who held the executive power in the British government?
- The monarch (correct)
- The house of lords
- The commons
- The colonial governors
How was legislative power divided in the British government?
How was legislative power divided in the British government?
- Between the monarch and the house of lords
- Between the prime minister and the house of lords
- Between the monarch and the commons
- Between the house of lords and commons (correct)
Who appointed the colonial governors?
Who appointed the colonial governors?
What was the British constitution described as?
What was the British constitution described as?
What was a key aspect of British liberties cherished by the colonists?
What was a key aspect of British liberties cherished by the colonists?
Who had the power of Executive power in the British government?
Who had the power of Executive power in the British government?
How was legislative power divided in the British government?
How was legislative power divided in the British government?
Who appointed the colonial governors?
Who appointed the colonial governors?
How were the rights of most colonies spelled out?
How were the rights of most colonies spelled out?
Study Notes
British Government and Liberties
- Key British liberty cherished by the colonists was the right to consent to laws and taxation.
Executive Power in Britain
- The monarch held the executive power in the British government.
Legislative Power in Britain
- Legislative power was divided between the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
Colonial Governance
- The monarch appointed the colonial governors.
British Constitution
- The British constitution was described as unwritten.
British Liberties
- A key aspect of British liberties cherished by the colonists was the right to a fair trial.
Executive Power in Britain (Reiterated)
- The monarch had the power of executive power in the British government.
Legislative Power in Britain (Reiterated)
- Legislative power was divided between the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
Colonial Governance (Reiterated)
- The monarch appointed the colonial governors.
Colonial Rights
- The rights of most colonies were spelled out in charters or proprietors' instructions.
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Test your knowledge of the causes of the American Revolution with this quiz. Explore the factors that led to the colonists' dissatisfaction with British rule, including issues related to taxation, representation, and the structure of the British government.
