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What did writs of assistance allow British customs officers to search?

A) foreigners
B) foreign goods
C) homes for smuggled goods
D) people for contraband

User DavidMFrey
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Answer:

The correct answer is B. Foreigners would bring gifts for the emperor.

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User Luisgabriel
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Answer:

C.) I think

Explanation:

The writs of assistance were documents that served as a general search warrant allowing officers to enter any ship or building that they suspected for any reason might hold smuggled goods.

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