Question

New taxes passed such as the Stamp Act and the Townshend Act marked an end of the period known as A) mercantilism. B) colonial period. C) salutary neglect. D) taxation without representation.

Answer 1

The British government ended its policy of salutary neglect, which was essentially a very hands-off way of governing the colonies, when it implemented and enforced taxation laws such as the Townshend and Stamp Acts. 

Answer 2

Correct answer choice is:

C) salutary neglect.

At that time America was a British colony and according to the Salutary neglect, America was strictly enforced by the parliamentary laws which were meant to keep America obedient to England. According to the rule, they were forced to pay a taxes on every piece of printed paper they used including legal documents, licenses, and many more.