Question
Why did the Quartering Act of 1774 become one of the causes of the American Revolution?
A.
The colonists were incensed because they had to provide free housing for British troops.
B.
The colonists believed that the British army was unnecessary to provide them with protection.
C.
The colonists were upset because they were forced to pay one-third of their income in taxes.
D.
The colonists felt that they should be allowed to conduct more business with foreign countries.
A.
The colonists were incensed because they had to provide free housing for British troops.
B.
The colonists believed that the British army was unnecessary to provide them with protection.
C.
The colonists were upset because they were forced to pay one-third of their income in taxes.
D.
The colonists felt that they should be allowed to conduct more business with foreign countries.
Answers
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The correct answer is **A. The colonists were incensed because they had to provide free housing for British troops.**
The Quartering Act of 1774 required the American colonies to provide housing and supplies for British troops stationed in North America. This act was seen as an infringement on the colonists' rights and autonomy, leading to resentment and contributing to the tensions that ultimately resulted in the American Revolution.
The Quartering Act of 1774 required the American colonies to provide housing and supplies for British troops stationed in North America. This act was seen as an infringement on the colonists' rights and autonomy, leading to resentment and contributing to the tensions that ultimately resulted in the American Revolution.