Question

1. describe reasons why american colonists believed that they were not given the same rights and protections as british citizens.
2. identify four documents in english and early american history that strengthened american belief in self - government and encouraged colonists to declare independence from great britain.

Explanation:

1. American colonists felt they lacked representation in British Parliament yet were taxed (taxation without representation). They also faced restrictions on trade and movement, and British laws were sometimes enforced harshly without local - input.
2. The Magna Carta established the principle of the rule of law and limited government power. The English Bill of Rights defined rights of English citizens. The Mayflower Compact was an early example of self - government in the colonies. The Common Sense pamphlet by Thomas Paine argued for American independence and inspired colonists.

Answer:

1. Taxation without representation, trade and movement restrictions, harsh law - enforcement without local input.
2. Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, Common Sense.