Prior to Creation of Our Current Constitutional Structure in the 1770s

question 67

Multiple Choice

Prior to creation of our current constitutional structure in the 1770s, the 13 colonial governments ___________.

• A) were recognized as independent, sovereign entities by other world powers
• B) mirrored those of England during the same period, including an elected House of Commons
• C) had governors who were elected by the qualified voters
• D) were completely subordinate to a powerful central government
• E) did not exist

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Definitions:

Positive Punishment

A method of behavior modification that involves the addition of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus following an undesirable behavior to decrease its occurrence.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique where a favorable stimulus is removed after a certain behavior, decreasing the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Positive Reinforcement

A behavioral concept where a desirable stimulus is introduced following a behavior, increasing the likelihood that the behavior will occur again.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique involving the removal of a desirable stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.