What was one reason the American colonies began to manage their own affairs in the 1600s?

American Colonies and British Governance

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
England provided extensive support to the colonies.
The colonies were financially independent.
The colonies had a strong military presence.
England was too far away to effectively govern them.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the Virginia House of Burgesses?
It was the first legislative assembly in the American colonies.
It was a religious institution.
It was a military alliance between the colonies.
It was a trade agreement with England.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the French and Indian War affect England's relationship with its American colonies?
It strengthened the relationship due to shared victories.
It led to England stationing troops in the colonies and imposing taxes.
It resulted in the colonies gaining independence immediately.
It had no significant impact on their relationship.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary reason for the British Parliament to station an army in North America after the French and Indian War?
To support the colonies' expansion westward.
To enforce new tax laws and maintain order.
To train American militiamen.
To protect the colonies from French attacks.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which act was the first in a series of taxes imposed on the American colonies by the British Parliament?
The Tea Act
The Townshend Acts
The Stamp Act
The Intolerable Acts
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the reaction of the American colonies to the new taxes imposed by the British Parliament?
They immediately declared independence.
They protested and requested changes, which were ignored.
They ignored the taxes and continued with their affairs.
They welcomed the taxes as necessary for defense.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason the colonies opposed the stationing of British troops?
They were planning to attack England.
They did not want to bear the cost of the troops.
They wanted to form their own army.
They preferred French troops instead.
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