Question

2 4.3.5 Quiz: Revolution and Democracy in North America
Question 1 of 10
Which statement describes a factor that motivated American colonists to
declare their independence from the British Empire?
O A. Great Britain controlled the colonies, but did not help regulate their
economies.
O B. Great Britain taxed the colonies, but did not allow them to
participate in politics.
O C. Great Britain allowed the colonists to trade with most of Europe,
but not France.
O D. Great Britain refused to defend the colonies during the French and
Indian War.
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Answer 1

The answer is B. Great Britain taxed the colonies, but did not allow them to participate in politics.

This was called taxation without representation and was heavily disliked by the colonists who wanted to have representatives with political power in the British parliament.