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Why did many British leaders support the idea of raising taxes on the American colonies?Check all the boxes that apply.

A
to raise an army to drive the French from North America
B
to punish the Americans for being disloyal during the French and Indian War
C
to help pay the heavy debt owed by the British government after the war
D
to help pay for the defense of Britain’s large empire in North America
E
to increase British control over the colonies
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What opinion did George Washington have about British taxes?

A
He believed colonists should protest them.
B
He supported new taxes in the colonies.
C
He argued that colonists should pay for the French and Indian War.
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How did Benjamin Franklin react to the growing tension between the British and the colonists?

A
He led angry protests against the British.
B
He worked to help both sides communicate.
C
He felt disrespected by the British government.

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