Question

How did the French and Indian War lead to violations of American colonists' civil liberties?

British troops looted American settlements when denied permission to loot the French.

British troops were quartered in American homes to keep military costs low.


Parliament refused to listen to American petitions complaining about high taxes.


Parliament suspended jury trials for American smugglers who had operated during the war.

Answer 1

After the French and Indian War, the colonists were forced to obey the The quartering Acts made them obligated to provide food and shelter to the British soldiers who were enforcing the boundaries between the Indians who assisted the French.

Answer 2

Americans’ rights were violated by the ruling King of England during and after the French and Indian war because they were forced to give the British troops shelter and food. Their right to liberty was breached. So the correct answer is:

British troops were quartered in American homes to keep military costs low.