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The Revolution Begins

Question 2 • SVHS US History and Constitution #FA

What was the purpose of the Stamp Act of 1765?

Answer
A
to raise revenue from American colonies
B
to determine if colonists were smuggling
C
to give Parliament the right to levy a tax
D
to punish people who did not pay their taxes

Explanation

The Stamp Act of 1765 required colonists to pay a tax on items such as newspapers, legal documents, and other printed materials. Its purpose was to raise revenue from the American colonies to help pay Britain’s expenses. The correct choice is “to raise revenue from American colonies.”

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