Lesson 58 of 84 · Colonization
⭐ 30 XPSelf-Government in the Colonies
Self-government in the colonies was a significant development in early American history.
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Self-government in the colonies was a significant development in early American history. Many colonies established their own assemblies to make local laws and decisions, which allowed colonists to have a voice in their governance. This practice began with the Mayflower Compact in 1620, where Pilgrims agreed to work together for the good of their community. As more colonies formed, self-governing bodies like the Virginia House of Burgesses emerged, setting the stage for democratic principles that would later shape the United States.
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The Mayflower Compact was one of the first agreements for self-governance in America.
Virginia's House of Burgesses was the first elected legislative assembly in the New World.
Self-government allowed colonists to make decisions that affected their daily lives.
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