The British in the 13 colonies arrived with expectations of how a government should be run. They recognized the need for (1) ordered government, evidenced by the Mayflower Compact (1620) that created the first laws in the colonies. The precedence of (2) limited government was first introduced by the Magna Carta (see Prezi). And the idea of (3) representative government was established with the signing of the Petition of Right in 1628.
As you review the Prezi and collect facts from your book pay attention to the dates. What's happening?
As you review the Prezi and collect facts from your book pay attention to the dates. What's happening?