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War of Independence

Question 9 • 8th Grade US History & Geography A

An economic effect of the French and Indian War on American colonists was that

Answer
A
many colonists gained wealth from food and supplies sold to the British army.
B
many farmers lost money when the military raided their crop stores.
C
many colonists gained greater wealth as the British lowered taxes.
D
many farmers lost money as British troops drove them from their homes.

Explanation

During the French and Indian War, the British army needed food, equipment, and other supplies. Many colonists sold these goods to the troops and earned money, so they gained wealth. The British did not lower taxes as described in choice C; after the war, they imposed new taxes on the colonies.

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