Which of the following are examples of ways colonies began to self-govern? Select the TWO answers that apply.

Question

(2 points)
Responses

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

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

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

Colonists elected government representatives.

Answer 1

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

1. When first starting to self-govern, Virginia colonists could vote in government matters if they owned land.
2. Puritans held town meetings to discuss important issues.

These options illustrate the early forms of democracy and self-governance that developed in the colonies.