The idea of self-government was encouraged by the Glorious Revolution and 1689 Bill of Rights, which established that the British Parliament —and not the king—had the ultimate authority in government. ... As interference increased, colonists felt more resentful about British control over the colonies.
The Mayflower Compact was important because it was the first document to establish self-government in the New World. It remained active until 1691 when Plymouth Colony became part of Massachusetts Bay Colony
