Asked by Mykayla Belote on Apr 27, 2024
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How did the colonial elite view their role in society?
A) Social obligations demanded that they give everyone the same liberties they enjoyed.
B) It meant the power to rule-the right of those blessed with wealth and prominence to dominate others.
C) They should enjoy their wealth but not parade it by dressing differently or by living in homes that were more elaborate than those of a lower status.
D) They should work hard, because that is how they would make more money.
E) They felt that they had no role and that those beneath them should just take care of themselves.
Social Obligations
Duties or responsibilities of individuals to participate and contribute to their community and society at large, often tied to cultural, ethical, or legal expectations.
Colonial Elite
Colonial Elite refers to the small, wealthy, and powerful group of individuals in colonial societies who often held significant economic, political, and social influence over the territories they controlled.
Wealth
An abundance of valuable financial assets or physical possessions which can include money, land, and/or investments.
- Perceive the social and economic disparities and conditions in colonial America.
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Learning Objectives
- Perceive the social and economic disparities and conditions in colonial America.
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