The Stamp Act in Colonial America
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What role did representatives play in the colonies?

  • Advising the King on tax matters
  • Discussing new laws and taxes on behalf of the people (correct)
  • Leading protests against the King
  • Implementing new laws and taxes without consulting the people
  • Why did the colonists feel the King's decisions on taxes were unfair?

  • Because they wanted the King to live closer to them
  • Because they wanted to avoid paying taxes altogether
  • Because they believed colonial representatives should be involved in raising money (correct)
  • Because they preferred the King's representatives to make tax decisions
  • How did the colonists express their unhappiness with the Stamp Act?

  • By engaging in violent protests
  • By declaring independence from Britain
  • By signing petitions and holding peaceful meetings (correct)
  • By avoiding all British goods
  • Why did conflicts between colonists and the British increase over time?

    <p>As a result of the King's increasing control over the colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major concern of the colonists regarding decisions made by the King?

    <p>The lack of representation in tax matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason behind the British government imposing new taxes on the colonists?

    <p>To pay for the war expenses incurred during the conflict with the French.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specifically was taxed under the Stamp Act?

    <p>Printed materials like newspapers, paper, licenses, and playing cards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the colonists feel about the Stamp Act?

    <p>They were upset because they had no say in decisions about taxes imposed on them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did King George III play in implementing the Stamp Act?

    <p>He called for the imposition of the Stamp Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were the stamps used in the Stamp Act different from modern stamps?

    <p>They were not gummed and were placed directly on paper goods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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