Answer: It served as a precedent for freedom of the press.
Explanation: The Trial of John Peter Zenger in 1735 was significant to the British American colonies in that it established a precedent for freedom of the press. Zenger, a journalist, was tried in court for libel upon publishing articles that criticized the governor. His lawyer argued that truth should be a valid and relevant defense against these charges. Eventually, the jury acquitted Zenger, and this emphasized a foundation of principles that critiques are not libelous if true. This decision led to the development of public opinion and legal protections.
