thirteen colonies 十三个殖民地.pptVIP

Structuring Colonial Governments Contrary to the monarchial structure of England, the colonies developed a system of government based on the authority of a governor or agent of the king supplemented by a legislature of locally elected representatives. A general lack of police power gave import to public demonstrations against unpopular laws and set an American precedent of popular dissent. Local Politics Colonial Assemblies gradually gained more authority over the royal governors. This growth reflected the wishes of the people and could not be effectively repressed. Tying elected officials suc