Question

In the 1760s, American colonists responded to Parliament’s taxes in several ways. Which way was most effective?

formal demands by colonial legislators
acts of violence by groups of colonists
widespread boycotts of British goods
votes in Parliament against the new taxes

Answer 1

Widespread boycotts of British goods

Answer 2

Widespread boycotts of British goods

Step-by-step explanation

In a bid to ensure the over reliance of Americans, Britishers passed several acts to impose taxes and get extract revenue for their coffers. The Americans then reacted in a number of ways out of which a boycott of British goods was the most effective. This was followed by the famous Boston tea party.