How was the government outlined in the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut (FOC) different from the government in Massachusetts? Select 3 answers

Question

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Responses

The FOC gave the vote to all men who were property owners.
The FOC gave the vote to all men who were property owners.

The FOC limited the governor’s power which expanded the idea of representative government.
The FOC limited the governor’s power which expanded the idea of representative government.

The FOC increased the control the King of England had on the colony.
The FOC increased the control the King of England had on the colony.

The FOC outlined strict requirements for slavery.
The FOC outlined strict requirements for slavery.

Answer 1

The three correct responses that highlight how the government outlined in the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut (FOC) was different from the government in Massachusetts are:

1. The FOC gave the vote to all men who were property owners.

   • This expanded voting rights beyond what was typically allowed in Massachusetts.

2. The FOC limited the governor’s power which expanded the idea of representative government.

   • This reflects a more democratic approach compared to the more powerful executive in the Massachusetts government.

3. The FOC outlined strict requirements for slavery.

   • Although slavery was present in both colonies, the specifics in the FOC may have differed from Massachusetts' approach.

The option regarding increased control by the King of England is incorrect, as the FOC was more about self-governance and autonomy.