The Pennsylvania charter of privileges provided religious freedom and gave residents more control over government than in other English colonies.

Question

Is this statement true or false?

Answer 1

The statement is true. The Pennsylvania Charter of Privileges of 1701 was accepted by the proprietor William Penn after attempting to resist the demands of settlers for a more independent legislative assembly. The 1701 Charter of Privileges brought about annual elections and assumed the roles and responsibilities previously held by the appointed council, which was appointed by the proprietor. The Charter clearly stated the authority of the King and Parliament over the colony and established the assembly as the institution to create laws and execute those laws locally in the name of the Parliament and King.