Prior to the American Revolution and the creation of our current constitutional structure in the 1770s, the 13 colonial governments
A) were recognized as independent, sovereign entities by other world powers.
B) mirrored those of England during the same period, including an elected House of Commons.
C) had governors who were elected by the qualified voters.
D) had direct representation in Parliament.
E) did not exist.
B
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