Question

Which of the following explains why Britain instituted new taxes like the Stamp Act?

Choose 1 answer:
to punish the colonies after supporting the French in the Seven Years' War
to fund improvement projects in the colonies, like paved roads
to increase control of the colonies after growing independence movements
to pay off British debt after the Seven Years' War

Answer 1

Answer:To pay off Britain’s debt after the 7 years war

Explanation:common sense

Answer 2

It imposed a new direct tax on all American colonists, requiring them to pay a tax on all printed materials. This included legal documents, ship papers, licences, playing cards, magazines, newspapers, and more.

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