Established in 1619, what
primary role did the House of Burgesses serve for the colony of Virginia?
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it enabled colonists accused of crimes to be tried before jury ol their peers rather than being sent overseas to Britain to stand trial.
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it provided a venue in which common settlers could interact with the colony's appointed leaders to voice concerns and offer suggestions
It provided a venue in which elected representatives of colonists could engage
debate
resolve ssue1 and pass laws for the colony
It enabled the British to monitor and control colonists through royal governor and a police lorce composed of experienced British soldiers,
