The first example of the term white can be traced to a public document written in Virginia in 1691. Identify the major ways in which white privilege was subsequently invented and reinforced in Virginia in the 1700s. Way White Privilege Was Invented Whites were counted as whole people in censuses. Press Space to open Whites usually earned more money than blacks. Press Space to open Whites were given more legal privileges. Press Space to open Whites were given financial assistance from the government. Press Space to open Not a Way White Privilege Was Invented