Sir William Berkeley

question 46

Multiple Choice

Sir William Berkeley:

• A) arrived as Virginia's royal governor in 1642
• B) caused an economic collapse as a result of his policies
• C) waged near-constant war on the local Indian tribes
• D) disbanded the Virginia legislative assembly that had been formed in 1619
• E) captured and executed Nathaniel Bacon

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Definitions:

Serious Absenteeism

refers to a consistent pattern of being absent from work or obligations without valid reason, often signaling deeper issues like employee dissatisfaction or personal problems.

Wrongful Dismissal

The termination of an employee's contract of employment in violation of the law or the terms of the contract itself.

Severance Pay

Financial compensation awarded to an employee upon termination of employment, typically based on length of service or contractual agreement.

Constructive Dismissal

Unilaterally demoting or changing the duties of an employee, contrary to what was agreed to in the employment contract; conduct that essentially terminates a pre-existing contractual relationship, which could be treated as dismissal.