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In what way did the structure of the Virginia House of Burgesses influence the governments of the state

and eventually the national government created by the U.S. Constitution?
-It established an elected representative legislature.
it set up a court system that settled disputes between states.
-it placed a system of checks and balances on the branches of government.
-It ensured that a civilian authority held power over the military.

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Answer:

It established an elected representative legislature.

Step-by-step explanation:

The colonists wanted to be heard and is considered our first representative government.

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