Question

which best describes how the mayflower compact reflected the greek idea of the polis, or self - governing city - state?
it stated that the colonists would remain loyal subjects to the king of england.
it granted all colonists an equal say in the creation of the new government.
it outlined how the colonists would break apart into several smaller societies.
it allowed colonists the ability to make and pass laws for the good of the colony.

Explanation:

The Greek idea of the polis (self - governing city - state) emphasizes citizen participation in governance. The Mayflower Compact was an agreement where colonists had a role in creating their government. Option A is about loyalty to the king, not self - governance. Option B is about colonists having an equal say in government creation, which aligns with the polis idea of citizen participation in self - governance. Option C is about breaking into smaller societies, not self - governance. Option D is about making laws but not the participatory self - governance aspect of the polis.

Answer:

B. It granted all colonists an equal say in the creation of the new government.