Question

Which colony was an exception to the standard form of colonial government?

Answer 1

The bulk of England's 17th century American colonies were corporate, with the exception of New York and some Caribbean islands. The royal colony, on the other hand, became the traditional mode of colonial government between colonization and the American Revolution.

Answer 2

With the exception of New York and several Caribbean islands, a majority of England's 17th century American colonies were corporate. Between settlement and the American Revolution, however, the royal colony became the standard form of colonial government.