The Townshend Acts, which imposed duties on imported goods, were met with widespread approval by American colonists, who saw them as a fair contribution to the British Empire's exp... The Townshend Acts, which imposed duties on imported goods, were met with widespread approval by American colonists, who saw them as a fair contribution to the British Empire's expenses.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether the statement regarding the American colonists' reaction to the Townshend Acts is true or false. The Townshend Acts imposed duties on imported goods, and the question asks if they were met with widespread approval by the colonists, who purportedly saw them as a fair contribution to British expenses.
Answer
False. The Townshend Acts were met with widespread protest by American Colonists.
The statement is false. The Townshend Acts, which imposed duties on imported goods, were met with widespread protest and resentment by American colonists, who saw them as an unfair imposition by the British Empire.
Answer for screen readers
The statement is false. The Townshend Acts, which imposed duties on imported goods, were met with widespread protest and resentment by American colonists, who saw them as an unfair imposition by the British Empire.
More Information
The Townshend Acts were a series of acts passed by the British Parliament in 1767 and 1768, placing a tax on goods imported to the American colonies. Colonists protested these acts because they believed that the acts were an effort to raise revenue without their consent.
Tips
It's easy to get the Townshend Acts confused with other acts, such as the Stamp Act. Remembering the timeline of events leading up to the American Revolution can help.
Sources
- Townshend Acts ‑ Definition, Facts & Purpose | HISTORY - history.com
- The Townshend Acts and Colonial Protest - Lumen Learning - courses.lumenlearning.com
- The Townshend Acts - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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