Question

Which statement was NOT used by the British to justify taxing the colonies after 1763?

A. The British debt had increased as a result of the French and Indian War
B. There were heavy administration expenses associated with maintaining the empire.
c. These colonies should contribute to the expenses involved in providing for their defense.
D. The colonies had representation in Parliament
E. Taxes were uniform throughout the empire.

I think the correct answer is E.

Answer 1

Were all of the British colonies taxed the same? What evidence do you have for this?

What evidence do you have to refute or support the other statements?

Answer 2

the answer was e