The members of the Virginia House of Burgesses were mainly

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(Choice A) Drawn from the western part of Virginia, demonstrating the relentless westward expansion that led to conflict with Native American tribes
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Drawn from the western part of Virginia, demonstrating the relentless westward expansion that led to conflict with Native American tribes
(Choice B) Wealthy white planters, demonstrating the sharp social stratification in colonial Virginia
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Wealthy white planters, demonstrating the sharp social stratification in colonial Virginia
(Choice C) Small white farmers, demonstrating the democratic spirit that would later fuel the Revolution
C
Small white farmers, demonstrating the democratic spirit that would later fuel the Revolution

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(Choice B) Wealthy white planters, demonstrating the sharp social stratification in colonial Virginia.

The members of the Virginia House of Burgesses were primarily drawn from the wealthy planter class, reflecting the social hierarchy and economic power structures of colonial Virginia.