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The Rights of Englishmen

  • Could not have their property seized by the king or his officials.
  • They could not be taxed unless a council of prominent men agreed
  • They could not be put on trial based on an official's word, without witnesses
  • They could be punished only by a jury of their peers, people of the same social rank (Littell, McDougal. "Creating America:A History of the United States" 2006)
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How did the British Bill of Rights influence colonists to break away from England?

The British Bill of Rights of 1689 established principles like limited government, individual rights, and parliamentary sovereignty, which resonated with American colonists. As they faced increasing taxation and restrictions from England, many colonists felt their rights were being violated, drawing parallels to the protections outlined in the Bill of Rights. This sense of betrayal fueled the desire for self-governance and ultimately contributed to the revolutionary sentiment that led to the break from England. The Bill of Rights thus served as both a philosophical foundation and a rallying cry for the colonists seeking independence.


Was the dominant concern of the colonists economic or political?

lol i got the same question for my h.w and i found out, that they rebel for their political principles. They rebel because they wanted the same rights as Britain, but Britain didn't allow it. The colonists was angry that they didn't have the same rights and have no power...........etc


Why do you think colonists believed they were entitled to the rights. Guaranteed by the Magna Carta and the English bill of rights?

They thought this because the colonies were run by England at first.


Why did the colonists protest?

Some reasons of why the colonists rebelled against the British were: 1. The Boston Massacre 2. Taxation without Representation 3. Intolerable Acts 4. Proclamation of 1763 5. The Stamp Act 6. The Quartering Acts 7. The Sugar act


Why was there such a disconnect between the colonists and their mother land England?

The disconnect between the American colonists and England stemmed from a combination of growing economic autonomy, differing political ideals, and cultural divergence. As colonists developed their own identities and self-governance, they increasingly resented British taxation and control without representation. Additionally, the Enlightenment ideals of liberty and individual rights gained traction among colonists, further fueling their desire for independence. This divergence ultimately led to escalating tensions and the push for separation from British rule.

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How did colonists in Virginia obtain political rights?

To have political rights in Virginia you would have to be male, own land, and be over 17


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What rights did Andros deny the colonists?

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What was the colonial attitude before 1760?

Most colonists wanted the same rights and privileges enjoyed by British citizens living in England.


What was the original reason the colonists went to war with the England?

the colonists went to war with Great Britain to protect their rights as English citizens


How did the British Bill of Rights influence colonists to break away from England?

The British Bill of Rights of 1689 established principles like limited government, individual rights, and parliamentary sovereignty, which resonated with American colonists. As they faced increasing taxation and restrictions from England, many colonists felt their rights were being violated, drawing parallels to the protections outlined in the Bill of Rights. This sense of betrayal fueled the desire for self-governance and ultimately contributed to the revolutionary sentiment that led to the break from England. The Bill of Rights thus served as both a philosophical foundation and a rallying cry for the colonists seeking independence.


How did political change in England affect colinal goverments?

It was influenced because England was the owner of the colonies.


Who petitioned the king of England to recognize the rights of colonists?

first continental congress.


Was the dominant concern of the colonists economic or political?

lol i got the same question for my h.w and i found out, that they rebel for their political principles. They rebel because they wanted the same rights as Britain, but Britain didn't allow it. The colonists was angry that they didn't have the same rights and have no power...........etc


Can parental rights be inherited?

Parental rights are not inherited. They can be specified in a particular clause of the will.


What political rights had England citizen won by 1688?

English Bill of Rights


Why do you think colonists believed they were entitled to the rights. Guaranteed by the Magna Carta and the English bill of rights?

They thought this because the colonies were run by England at first.