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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?

As a result of the King's increasing control over the colonies (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

The lack of representation in tax matters (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To pay for the war expenses incurred during the conflict with the French. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What specifically was taxed under the Stamp Act?

Printed materials like newspapers, paper, licenses, and playing cards. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the colonists feel about the Stamp Act?

They were upset because they had no say in decisions about taxes imposed on them. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

He called for the imposition of the Stamp Act. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

They were not gummed and were placed directly on paper goods. (D) Signup and view all the answers