Asked by splatt

How did the Mayflower Compact reflect democratic principles?
(5 Points)


It gave absolute power to the governor.

It established self-government based on majority rule.

It required colonists to follow English law without question.

It created a hereditary monarchy in the colonies.v

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Answered by GPT-4o mini
The Mayflower Compact reflected democratic principles primarily because **it established self-government based on majority rule**. This agreement was created by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620 and laid the foundation for a system of governance that emphasized the consent of the governed and collective decision-making. By agreeing to form a government and abide by its laws, the colonists exemplified the democratic principle of self-determination. The other options do not accurately reflect the democratic ideals embodied in the Compact.

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