What was the first elective governing body in a British colony?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the historical context of Virginia becoming a royal colony and also about the identification of the first elective governing body in a British colony.
Answer
House of Burgesses
The first elective governing body in a British colony was the House of Burgesses.
Answer for screen readers
The first elective governing body in a British colony was the House of Burgesses.
More Information
The House of Burgesses was convened in Jamestown, Virginia, in 1619 and became a model for representative government in the colonies.
Sources
- House of Burgesses | History & Facts - Britannica - britannica.com
- The First Legislative Assembly - Historic Jamestowne Part of ... - nps.gov
- 2f. The House of Burgesses - USHistory.org - ushistory.org
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