Question

what did the colonists come to believe about government due to enlightenment ideas?
o government should focus only on trade and commerce.
o government should be led by a single, powerful ruler.
o government should be based on the will (wishes) of the people.
o government should have unlimited power.

Explanation:

Enlightenment ideas emphasized concepts like popular sovereignty. This means that the power of the government comes from the people. A government based on the will of the people aligns with Enlightenment thinkers' views on governance. Rulers with absolute power (as in a single, powerful ruler or unlimited - power government) were criticized by Enlightenment philosophers. Also, focusing only on trade and commerce is too narrow a view of government that does not capture the essence of Enlightenment ideas about the social contract and people - centered governance.

Answer:

Government should be based on the will (wishes) of the people.