Question

As a result of Bacon's Rebellion, 'The fear of civil war among whites frightened Virginia's ruling elite, who took steps to consolidate power and improve their image

for example, restoration of property qualifications for voting, reducing taxes and adoption of a more aggressive Indian policy.'
-Eric Foner, Give Me Liberty!, 2014
Which of the following is a true statement about Nathaniel Bacon?
a. He had no connection to Virginia's wealthiest planters.
b. He was socially closer to the elite than to the indentured servants.
c. He won unanimous support for reducing taxes.
d. He burned down Jamestown but never succeeded in taking over the colony.

Answer 1

Nathaniel Bacon was a wealthy aristocratic landowner who led Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia in 1676. The rebellion was a result of his dissatisfaction with Governor Berkeley's policies.

Step-by-step explanation:

Nathaniel Bacon is described as a wealthy aristocratic landowner in Virginia who led a rebellion known as Bacon's Rebellion in 1676. The rebellion was sparked by Bacon's dissatisfaction with Governor Berkeley's policies, including his Indian policy and his favoritism towards the wealthiest residents at the expense of smaller planters and landless tenants. Bacon's rebellion had significant consequences, the consolidation of power in the hands of fewer powerful families and the shift from indentured servitude to slavery.