French & Native American (part 2) Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the British impose taxes on the colonists? (2 reasons)
A
Britain needed money to pay for British soldiers to protect the colonists.
Britain was in debt from the French and Indian war.
2
Q
Why did the colonists think the taxes were unfair?
A
They did not have any representation in parliament.
3
Q
Which was the protest cry many colonists say?
A
No taxation without representation
4
Q
What did the Stamp Act tax?
A
Paper goods
5
Q
What is Britains law making assembly?
A
Parliament
6
Q
What does the word repeal mean?
A
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