Question

question 5 of 10
which action led many american colonists to support declaring
independence from the british empire?
a. great britain forced the colonies to follow the rule of law.
b. great britain increased taxes on many items in the colonies.
c. great britain abolished its constitution and became a
monarchy.
d. great britain separated the colonies governments into
three branches.

Explanation:

The American colonists were angered by Great Britain's increased taxes (such as the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, etc.). These taxes were seen as unfair as the colonists had no representation in the British Parliament. Forcing the colonies to follow the rule of law (A) was a normal colonial practice and not a cause for independence. Great Britain was already a monarchy (C) and did not abolish its constitution. Separating the colonies' governments into three branches (D) was not a major factor in the push for independence. The main grievance was the taxation without representation, which is reflected in option B.

Answer:

B. Great Britain increased taxes on many items in the colonies.