The Functioning of Many Early New England Colonies Relied on Local

question 49

Multiple Choice

The functioning of many early New England colonies relied on local town hall meetings where citizens would make governmental decisions after discussions and votes were held. Which core value of American political culture do these early instances speak to?

• A) majority rule
• B) individualism
• C) diversity
• D) equality of opportunity

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