Why was the creation of the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut an important milestone in the growth of representative government in the

colonies?

Select one:

It was a social contract requiring settlers to sign a loyalty oath to Britain.

It set the precedent for the idea of judicial review for laws from Congress.

O

It established the first legislature in the colonies, the House of Burgesses.

It was a written constitution and is considered the first in the colonies.

Option D, It was a written constitution and is considered the first in the colonies, is the right answer.

Explanation:

Inspired by the May 1638's sermon of Thomas Hoo-ker, the Fundamental Orders provided a structure for the government in the colonies of Connec-ticut in the period between 1639-1662. The Connecticut Colony adopted this very order on 14th January 1639.

The features of the Fundamental Order were similar to a written constitution and thus it is referred to as the first written constitution in the colonies. Though the Fundamental Order is a short written document some of its principles were adopted in the creation of the U.S. government.

answer is a meeting of congress.

explanation:

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