SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732
THE SOUTHERN COLONIES SETTLEMENT AND GROWTH
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He weakened it by giving political power to English.
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He weakened it by insisting that settlers pay for Indian land.
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He strengthened it by having a constitution and general assembly.
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He strengthened it by giving the right to vote to all men and women.
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Detailed explanation-1: -In 1701, Penn signed the Fourth Frame, or Charter of Privileges, which granted citizens of Pennsylvania a number of basic freedoms-in particular, freedom of worship and the right of individuals to speak their mind. The Charter of Privileges formed the basis of Pennsylvania’s state constitution in 1776.
Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: Penn encouraged self-government in his initial frame of government in 1682. He wanted both rich and poor to have a voice in the colony’s governance, and created a bicameral legislature, the upper house made up of wealthy individuals who would initiate legislation.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Pennsylvania Charter of Privileges, granted by William Penn in 1701, gave many powers to the colonial government of Pennsylvania.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Charter of Privileges recognized the authority of the King and Parliament over the colony, while creating a local governing body that would propose and execute the laws.