Which of the following are examples of ways colonies began to self - govern? Select TWO answers that apply.

answers:

Mercantilist established a set of taxes that colonists were required to pay.

When first starting to self - govern, Virginia colonists could vote in government matters if they owned land.

Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues

Colonists elected government representatives

3 answers

The two examples of ways colonies began to self-govern are:

  1. When first starting to self-govern, Virginia colonists could vote in government matters if they owned land.

  2. Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues.

These practices reflect the beginning of self-governance in the colonies through land ownership voting rights and community discussions.

are you sure

Yes, I'm sure. The two selected answers accurately reflect ways in which colonies began to self-govern:

  1. When first starting to self-govern, Virginia colonists could vote in government matters if they owned land. - This demonstrates the early development of representative governance based on property ownership.

  2. Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues. - Town meetings were a form of direct democracy where community members could come together to make decisions, showcasing a grassroots approach to governance.

The other options, specifically regarding mercantilism and elected representatives, do not exemplify self-governance in the same way as the selected answers. Would you like any more details on this topic?