It would be the search for gold in the Americas
Permitting free trade, and granting lands.<span />
<u>House of Burgesses:</u>
helped established the government of Virginia
elected by male settlers age 17 and older.
<u>Mayflower Compact:
</u>
signed by 41 adult male settler
helped established the government of Massachusetts
<u>Both
:</u>
became a foundation for self-government in America
