Question

Why did the American colonists favor a representative government separate from England? Responses

A The colonists felt they were not getting enough attention from the English king.The colonists felt they were not getting enough attention from the English king.

B The colonists were upset about being taxed without representation in Parliament.The colonists were upset about being taxed without representation in Parliament.

C The colonists were unhappy that Parliament put too many limits on colonial government bodies.The colonists were unhappy that Parliament put too many limits on colonial government bodies.

D The colonists believed the King exercised too much control over their colonial representatives.

Answer 1

B. The colonists were upset about being taxed without representation in Parliament.

Although the other options may seem close, it’s specifically B, because the colonists wanted something that represented them as the people. it had less to do with attention, and more of representation. “No taxation without representation.” They didn’t like the fact that they were being taxed without having any say or right to vote in parliament.