What is true about the idea of representative government? A: It was a system of government in which most of the government officials were appointed by the governor of Virginia. B: It was a system of government in which most of the government officials were appointed by the governor of Virginia. C: The government is divided into three branches. D: The government is divided into three branches. It was a system of government in which members are elected. It was a system of government in which members are elected. It is based on the principle of checks and balances.