Civics Chapter 4, section 1

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Civics Chapter 4, section 1 The Colonial Experience

A Voice in Government 1. Many American traditions began in the colonies. 2. Colonists (as English citizens) had say in government a. one of their rights-a “say” in government b. each colony elected representative to legislature c. self-government was rare at this time

continued……………… 3. Representative government began in America 1619 a. Virginia representatives called burgesses b. Colonies did not have total control- still under England’s rule

continued……………. 4. England established colonies through charter. 5. If colonies challenged England, charter revoked a. Would become royal colony under royal governor 6. England busy fighting wars in 1600’s and 1700’s so colonies governed themselves 7. Colonial legislatures have power struggles with colonial governors a. Virginia House of Burgess-governor could not tax citizens without their consent

Citizenship in the Colonies 1. Only white men who owned land could vote or hold office. 2. African slaves in colony had no rights-were considered property 3. Most citizens of other nations had not rights-American colonies were one of very few who did

continued………. 4. Colonial citizens had to work for common good a. Served on juries b. Become member of militia or volunteer army c. Supported education

Some Roots of Freedom 1. Individual freedoms not recognized in most nations a. Freedom of speech, religion b. Begin with the American colonies

continued………………. 2. Religion closely tied to government. a. Citizens paid to support Church of England b. Many citizens leave England because they disagree with church c. Colonies allow religious freedom (could belong to any Christian church)

continued……………. 3. Fight for freedom of press began in 1735 a. Newspapers under English law could not complain about government b. John Peter Zenger-sent to prison for complaints against government c. Lawyer argued freedom of press a basic right d. Jury agrees e. Colonies fight for freedom of press

Signs of Discontent 1770’s-England tightens control of colonies Colonist angry with governors-they had too much power Colonist worry England will take away rights and voice in government

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