Question

Which of the following statements describes the role of a colonial governor?

He was elected by the people to represent them in the government.
The governor controlled the assembly.
He was head of the colony and carried out the king's orders.

Answer 1

The correct answer is He was head of the colony and carried out the king's orders.

Explanation: A Colonial Governor was the head of the colony and carried out the king's orders. They only executed the orders given by the kings, they had no power whatsoever, only to execute orders.