Did Britain take an active role in colonial politics and defense throughout colonial history?

It seems that "I dont know, lol" is a good answer by some standards, actually, he was the head of the colony, and the kings toady. He enforced the kings laws, even though some were downright deadly...

Originally the colonies did not have much of economy, besides small family farms and fishing, this was true everywhere until Jamestown came around. Jamestown was the birthplace of America's first...

they took care of the children.

colonial boys were expected to help on the farm and learn how to farm for when they were adults. they did a set number of chores as determined by their father, going to school only when not needed at...

This is a very broad subject...I am not sure I could just answer your question in a sentence and have what you want. Please specify your exact point.