Virginian Patrick Henry delivering his
"If this be treason, make the most of it!" speech,1765
(Source:Wikimedia Commons--public domain)
Question 010029:
Which of the following British laws, intended to raise money to pay for British troops stationed in America, led to protests throughout the colonies because it was imposed without the consent of the colonial legislatures?
(A) Townshend Duties
(B) Tea Act
(C) Proclamation of 1763
(D) Stamp Act
(E) Currency Act
Which of the following British laws, intended to raise money to pay for British troops stationed in America, led to protests throughout the colonies because it was imposed without the consent of the colonial legislatures?
(A) Townshend Duties
(B) Tea Act
(C) Proclamation of 1763
(D) Stamp Act
(E) Currency Act