Colonial Governments

What were the three main types of legal models for colonial governments in the American colonies?

• Democratic, Republican, Monarchical

• Royal, Charter, Proprietary

• Federal, State, Local

• Parliamentary, Presidential, Dictatorial

In a Royal Colony, who appointed the Royal Governor and Council?

• The colonists through popular vote

• The proprietors of the colony

• The ruling monarch of England

• The colonial assembly

Which type of colonial government allowed colonists to elect their governors and both houses of the legislature, leading to more liberties?

• Royal Colonies

• Proprietary Colonies

• Charter Colonies

• Crown Colonies

In which type of colony did the British Crown grant a province to individuals or groups who owned the land and had full rights of self-government, including appointing governors and establishing courts?

• Royal Colonies

• Charter Colonies

• Proprietary Colonies

• Commonwealth Colonies

Which of the following were common features of colonial governments?

• King, Parliament, and Governor

• Governor, Council, and Assembly/House of Representatives

• President, Senate, and House of Representatives

• Mayor, City Council, and School Board

What type of government were town meetings an example of?

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Democratic rule

• Theocracy