Stamp Act (1765): required many printed materials, such as legal documents, to bear a tax stamp
Revenue Act (1767): required the payment of taxes on imported goods, such as tea, paper, and glass
These measures were implemented by the British in the aftermath of the French and Indian War. Based on this information, which statement is MOST LIKELY true?
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The French and Indian War contributed to the growing desire for colonial independence.
The British government decided it was too expensive to maintain colonies in North America.
The British military was significantly weakened and could not maintain control over the colonies.
The French and Indian War helped improve relations between Great Britain and the colonies.
1 answer
The statement that is MOST LIKELY true based on the given information is:
The French and Indian War contributed to the growing desire for colonial independence.
The implementation of tax policies like the Stamp Act and the Revenue Act after the war was a response to the need for Britain to recover financial losses incurred during the conflict. These taxes were unpopular in the colonies and contributed to rising tensions, ultimately fueling a desire for independence.
