What are some examples of the ways colonies began to self-govern? Select all that apply.(2 points)

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

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

Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues.
Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues.

Colonists elected government representatives.

Answer 1

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

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

2. Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues.

3. Colonists elected government representatives.

The response about Mercantilists establishing taxes does not illustrate self-governance, as it refers to external controls placed on colonists rather than their self-governance.