James I abolished the House of Burgesses because he
A. thought it was the main reason for Virginia's instability.
B. blamed it for the financial failures of the Virginia Company.
C. distrusted legislative assemblies.
D. believed that it was dominated by Virginia's wealthy landowners.
Answer: C
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