Which of the following was an indirect consequence of the French and Indian War?

Question

A.
The French fought a war with Spain over control of territory west of the Rocky Mountains.
B.
The British economy improved due to acquired lands, which led them to dismiss colonial debts.
C.
The American Indian tribes aligned with the American colonists to regain territory from the British.
D.
The British incurred heavy debts from the war, which led to increased taxes on the colonists.

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. The British incurred heavy debts from the war, which led to increased taxes on the colonists.

The French and Indian War (1754-1763) significantly impacted British finances, leading them to impose taxes on the American colonies to help repay their war debts and cover the costs of maintaining a military presence in North America. This ultimately contributed to colonial discontent and was a factor leading up to the American Revolution.