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Colonial Leaders

Question 9 • FL-2100010-M/J United States History A-CR

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

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

Explanation

George Grenville argued that the colonies should help pay the costs of defending them, especially after the French and Indian War. His government therefore introduced taxes such as the Stamp Act. The correct choice is that the colonies should be taxed to pay for their defense.

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