Which statement best explains the why this resolution was adopted?

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Colonist created this in order to address the causes of the Boston Massacre
Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament
Colonists were upset by the punishment imposed after the Boston Tea party
Colonists wanted to expand powers given to governors appointed by King George III

Answer 1

The statement that best explains why this resolution was adopted is:

Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament.

This reflects the growing tension between the colonies and the British government regarding representation and self-governance, which were central issues leading up to the revolutionary sentiments in America.