Question

Colonial governments practiced the idea of rule of law. Which of the following was one of the ways that the idea of the rule of law was applied in the colonies?
A.All colonists who broke the law, including the leaders, would be punished.
B.Government leaders were allowed to treat the people however they wanted.
C.Colonial leaders did not have to follow the same laws as the people.
D.The laws were so strict so that colonists were afraid to disobey.

Answer 1

A.All colonists who broke the law, including the leaders, would be punished.