Early British Actions in the Colonies

Who became the king of Great Britain in 1760?

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What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To encourage colonists to move westward

• To stop the colonists from crossing the Appalachian Mountains

• To allow colonists to settle anywhere they wanted

• To end the French and Indian War

What did the colonists think of the king's order in the Proclamation of 1763?

• It was fair and just

• unjust use of government power

• It was too early

• It was helpful for farmers

How many British soldiers in America were sent to control the frontier?

• 3,500 soldiers

• 5,500 soldiers

• 7,500 soldiers

• 9,500 soldiers

Why did the British parliament add taxes to the goods?

• To reduce the cost of goods for consumers.
• To promote trade with other countries.
• To support local businesses and farmers.
• to have money to pay off their debt of the French and Indian War.

Who was the leader of the British government who proposed the Stamp Act?

• George Grenville

• William Pitt

• King George III

• Benjamin Franklin

What did the Stamp Act require colonists to do?

• Buy a stamp for every piece of paper they used

• Pay taxes on tea

• Build new roads

• Serve in the British army

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What was the reaction of the colonists to the Stamp Act?

• They happily accepted it.

• They ignored it completely.

• They protested and refused to buy stamps.

• They asked for more stamps.

What did the Quartering Act require from the colonists?

• To pay extra taxes on tea.

• To provide housing and supplies for British troops.

• To send representatives to Parliament.

• To stop all trade with Britain.