Question

1. why did the colonists oppose the stamp act? (highlight or circle your answer) (2 points) a. colonial merchants were being cut out of the tea trade because of the tea act. b. the colonists thought they shouldnt be taxed if they had no representation in government. c. colonists were prevented from moving into territory won during the french and indian war. d. the colonists felt having to pay for the housing of british soldiers was another form of taxation.

Explanation:

The Stamp Act imposed taxes on colonists without their representation in the British - government. Colonists believed they shouldn't be taxed without a say in the government. This "no taxation without representation" principle was a major reason for their opposition.

Answer:

B. The colonists thought they shouldn't be taxed if they had no representation in government.