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In what colonies did colonist had considerable responsibility for their own government?
Colonists had considerable responsibility for their own government in colonies that were further away from major established colonies, like Jamestown. Colonists who went out on their own seeking to establish towns, like the Quakers had their own governments.
Did Britain own the 13 original colonies in 1776?
Various private organizations had the initial control of the colonies. Each of those colonies was granted its charter by the British Crown. In some cases the British had 'taken over' colonies from the Dutch.
European nations imposed their culture upon colonies was to promote the use of?
their own language
Were free African Americans in the colonies allowed to own land?
No, only white men over 21 could own land. Women and slaves were unable to own property.
The Second Continental Congress declared independence from England because?
There were many benefits for the colonies to establish their own country. Two of the leading factors were taxes and inheritance. Taxation without representation was not something the colonies found economically feasible for them. Also, although the colonies were across the ocean, they had inherited British debt, enemies, laws, and culture. The colonies aimed at establishing an identity of their own.
