In retaliation for the Boston Tea Party, the British passed laws to punish the colonists, including increasing taxes. What effect did these measures have on colonists?
Answer
A
They temporarily quelled colonists’ protests due to fear of further punishment.
B
They angered colonists even more, prompting the Boston Massacre.
C
They united the colonists in their calls for independence from the British.
D
They prompted the formation of the Continental army to defend colonial interests.