Question

Why were the Townshend Acts passed?

A. To punish the colonies for the Boston Tea Party
B. To punish the colonies for the Boston Massacre
C. To raise money for Great Britain’s debts
D. To prevent colonists from protesting against Great Britain

Answer 1

It is actually c because they needed to tax people so the could accomplish depts of Britain

Answer 2

The answer is A

Step-by-step explanation:

The Boston Tea Party was an act of protest against Great Britain so they passed the Townshend Acts