Question

This list provides reasons for the growth of representative government during the Colonial Era. This list provides reasons for the growth of representative government during the Colonial Era.


Which reason correctly replaces the question mark in this list?

(1 point)
Responses

Influence of John Locke and other Enlightenment philosophers

Ideas of John Smith and other English soldiers

Need to establish trading forts

Interest in growing cash crops

Answer 1

The reason that correctly replaces the question mark in the list for the growth of representative government during the Colonial Era is:

**Influence of John Locke and other Enlightenment philosophers.**

This influence played a significant role in promoting ideas about individual rights, governance, and the social contract, which contributed to the development of representative government.