Which of the following is NOT true about Georgia's transition to a royal colony?

Question

A.
After pressure from groups including the Malcontents, slavery became legal
B.
Alcohol became legal in the Georgia colony
C.
Colonists were allowed to buy and sell land
D.
The trustees remained in control of Georgia's government

Answer 1

D. The trustees remained in control of Georgia's government.

This statement is NOT true about Georgia's transition to a royal colony. After Georgia became a royal colony in 1752, the trustees lost control of the colony's government, which came under the direct authority of the British crown.