Why did the colonists fight the British?

Question

A. because they wanted independence from Britain
B. • because the British invaded Poland
C. • because they wanted a new king
D. • all of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is A. because they wanted independence from Britain.

The American colonists fought the British primarily due to a desire for independence and self-governance, fueled by issues like taxation without representation and other grievances against British rule. The other options (B and C) are not relevant to the reasons behind the American Revolution.