Ch 4 L2 Quiz

What was the amount of Britain's debt in 1763?

• 100 million pounds

• 122 million pounds

• 150 million pounds

• 200 million pounds

Where did the Sons of Liberty meet?

• Under a maple tree

• In a town hall

• Under an elm tree

• In a church

What did many colonists see the Stamp Act as?

• Fair taxation

• Taxation with representation

• Taxation without representation

• A necessary law

What did colonists claim about the new tax laws?

• They were fair

• They were passed without their consent

• They were too low

• They were unnecessary

What did Parliament believe colonists should pay for?

• The French and Indian War

• New schools

• Road repairs

• Healthcare

What was the reaction of many colonists to the new taxes?

• Happiness

• Indifference

• Anger

• Support

What was the name given to the elm tree where the Sons of Liberty met?

• The Freedom Tree

• The Liberty Tree

• The Justice Tree

• The Unity Tree

What did British citizens already pay before the new taxes?

• Low taxes

• No taxes

• High taxes

• Voluntary taxes

What was the purpose of the new taxes according to Parliament?

• To build new schools

• To pay for the war debt

• To improve trade

• To support local businesses

What were colonists who remained loyal to King George III called?

• Patriots

• Rebels

• Loyalists

• Colonials