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Colonial Leaders — Quiz

Question 5 • US History

What was George Grenville’s opinion on taxing the colonies?

Answer
A
He thought the colonies should decide their own taxes.
B
He thought the colonies should be taxed to pay for their defense.
C
He thought the colonies should profit from British taxes.
D
He thought the colonies should not be taxed at all.

Explanation

George Grenville argued that the American colonies should help cover the cost of defending them, especially after the French and Indian War. He supported taxes such as the Stamp Act to raise that money. So the correct choice is B: he thought the colonies should be taxed to pay for their defense.

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