One reason traditions of self-government

developed in the American colonies before the

French and Indian War was that the British

(1) sent effective leaders to govern colonial

settlements

(2) required colonial representation in

Parliament

(3) practiced salutary neglect in the colonies

(4) maintained a strong military presence in the

colonies

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Dana Walsh

History

4 October, 23:31

One reason traditions of self-government

developed in the American colonies before the

French and Indian War was that the British

(1) sent effective leaders to govern colonial

settlements

(2) required colonial representation in

Parliament

(3) practiced salutary neglect in the colonies

(4) maintained a strong military presence in the

colonies

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Ruth Nash · Answer 1

One reason traditions of self-government developed in the American colonies before the French and Indian War was that the British " (3) practiced salutary neglect in the colonies"

Macey Blair · Answer 2

Correct answer choice is:

3) Practiced salutary neglect in the colonies

Explanation:

Self-Government in the Nations Although they acknowledged the power of the British king, the American pilgrims formed a custom of self-government. House of Burgesses, England’s first American colony, Jamestown, was acknowledged to set up a form of elected state called the House of Burgesses. Mayflower Compact, The Pilgrims contracted the Mayflower Compact, an alliance to establish laws for the welfare of Plymouth Colony.