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 institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts
A
the institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts
(Choice B) the acquisition of new territory from France following the Seven Years’ War
B
the acquisition of new territory from France following the Seven Years’ War
(Choice C) the creation of alliances with indigenous nations to fight the French and Spanish
C
the creation of alliances with indigenous nations to fight the French and Spanish
(Choice D) the decision to enforce the Navigation Acts in the colonies
D
the decision to enforce the Navigation Acts in the colonies

Answer 1

The excerpt is best understood as a response to:

**(Choice A) the institution of new taxes on the colonies to pay for global conflicts.**

This choice aligns with historical events leading to colonial discontent, specifically in relation to the financial burdens imposed by the British government after the Seven Years’ War, which included new taxes that contributed to the growing desire for independence among the colonies.