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Colonial Leaders

Question 9 • LCS-Teacher Remediation-M/J United States History_Q1

Which best describes the background of John Adams?

Answer
A
He was a merchant who smuggled goods to avoid customs.
B
He was a plantation owner and former military leader.
C
He was a lawyer who questioned Britain’s tax policies.
D
He was a blacksmith who delivered fiery speeches against taxation.

Explanation

John Adams trained and worked as a lawyer, and he became involved in challenging Britain’s policies toward the American colonies. For example, he argued that British taxation without colonial representation was unjust. This makes “He was a lawyer who questioned Britain’s tax policies” the best description.

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