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Why did the American colonists oppose the Stamp Act?

They objected to the tax because it was imposed without their consent or representation.



They learned King George III had not approved the Stamp Act.



They were more heavily taxed than the people in Britain.



They wanted their independence from Great Britain


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Answer:

They objected the tax because it was imposed without their consent

Step-by-step explanation:

The reasoning behind this is because the colonists had no representation or choice in the matter, the king just levied the tax on them and they had to abide.

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