The document summarizes forms of government in the English colonies. It discusses different types of colonial governments including proprietary, company, and royal charters. It also describes colonial assemblies which had powers like raising taxes and organizing governments. Colonial courts were influenced by both royal officials and local interests. A notable case involved John Peter Zenger who was acquitted of libel charges after criticizing the New York governor. Additionally, the Dominion of New England united the northern colonies under a single governor for a time before the Glorious Revolution overthrew the governor.

1. U.S. History Chapter 5: Life in the English Colonies Section 1: Forms of Government

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