Why Did the Role of Constable Fall into Disfavor in the American

Multiple Choice

Why did the role of constable fall into disfavor in the American colonies?

A) The office was rife with corruption and abuse of power.
B) Most constables were untrained and believed to be inadequate as law officials.
C) The functions were already being performed by sheriffs and justices of the peace.
D) The role of constable was too great a reminder of the heavy hand of government the colonists were attempting to avoid.