Question

The excerpt is best understood as a response to which of the following historical developments?
Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A) the acquisition of new territory from France following the Seven Years’ War
A
the acquisition of new territory from France following the Seven Years’ War
(Choice B) the decision to enforce the Navigation Acts in the colonies
B
the decision to enforce the Navigation Acts in the colonies
(Choice C) the institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts
C
the institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts
(Choice D) the creation of alliances with indigenous nations to fight the French and Spanish
D
the creation of alliances with indigenous nations to fight the French and Spanish

Answer 1

To determine the best answer, we should consider the context of the excerpt provided, which isn't included here, but we can analyze the historical developments mentioned in the options.

- **(Choice A) the acquisition of new territory from France following the Seven Years’ War**: This could lead to discussions around governance and the implications of that acquisition on colonial relations.

- **(Choice B) the decision to enforce the Navigation Acts in the colonies**: This is related to colonial trade regulations and might provoke responses about trade freedom and control.

- **(Choice C) the institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts**: This option is often associated with increased colonial discontent and resistance, such as the reaction to the Stamp Act, making it likely a significant response issue.

- **(Choice D) the creation of alliances with indigenous nations to fight the French and Spanish**: This pertains to military strategy and territorial expansion.

If the excerpt expresses dissent or resistance typical of colonial sentiment in response to British actions, especially focusing on taxation or economic control (which became prominent following the Seven Years' War and the resulting need for Britain to cover debts), **(Choice C)** is a strong candidate because new taxes directly led to colonial unrest and significant historical events like the American Revolution.

Thus, based on common historical responses, **Choice C** appears to be the best answer as it has been a pivotal point of contention between the colonies and British authority.