Question

which of the following were early attempts at self - government in the north american british colonies? (choose all that apply) a the southern mercantilist plan b the mayflower compact c the house of burgesses d the new england town meeting e the glorious revolution f the albany plan of union

Explanation:

• The Mayflower Compact: It was an early agreement for self - governance. The Pilgrims on the Mayflower created it to establish a basic framework for laws and order in their new settlement.
• The House of Burgesses: It was the first legislative assembly in the American colonies. It allowed for some degree of local representation and decision - making.
• The New England Town Meeting: It was a form of direct democracy at the local level. Town residents could gather to discuss and vote on local issues.

• The Southern Mercantilist Plan: Mercantilism was an economic policy focused on trade and wealth accumulation for the mother country (Britain). It was not about self - governance.
• The Glorious Revolution: It was a political event in England that changed the balance of power between the monarchy and Parliament. It was not a self - governance attempt in the North American colonies.
• The Albany Plan of Union: It was a proposal for inter - colonial cooperation, but it was more about defense and coordination rather than a well - established form of self - governance at the time.

Answer:

B. The Mayflower Compact, C. The House of Burgesses, D. The New England Town Meeting