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Why did the Proclamation of 1763 prohibit colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains?

Because the territory beyond the Appalachians belonged to Canada
Because the territory beyond the Appalachians belonged to France
Because Britain wanted to eliminate smuggling beyond colonial borders
Because Britain wanted to protect colonists from hostile Native Americans

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The correct answer is Because the territory beyond the Appalachians belonged to France
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