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The Declaratory Act, passed in 1766, stated that Parliament had the same power in the colonies as it had in Great Britain. It further stated that Parliament had the authority to pass any laws it chose. This act added to colonial unrest because many colonists believed that
A.
Parliament was undermining the power of the king.
B.
Parliament intended to abolish colonial governments.
C.
Parliament should be relocated to the colonies.
D.
Parliament intended to implement more unfair taxes.
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D. Parliament intended to implement more unfair taxes.
Explanation: The Declaratory Act's claim that Parliament could legislate "in all cases whatsoever" alarmed colonists because it implied Parliament could impose taxes and laws on the colonies without their consent — reinforcing fears of continued "taxation without representation."
Explanation: The Declaratory Act's claim that Parliament could legislate "in all cases whatsoever" alarmed colonists because it implied Parliament could impose taxes and laws on the colonies without their consent — reinforcing fears of continued "taxation without representation."
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