Did the Boston Tea Party happen because of the Tea Act? Was this one reason, and are there other reasons, too?

Answer 1

Like most acts of civil disobedience, anger had been simmering for some time. The Tea Act was the straw that broke the camel's back.

http://www.history.com/topics/boston-tea-party

Answer 2

Okay...so basically the colonists were angry, but the Tea Act was the main reason the Boston Tea Party happened?

Answer 3

Yes, I believe they did it in protest :)

Answer 4

Yes.

Answer 5

Thank you.

Answer 6

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