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question 23
2 pts
the chief reason for parliament’s repeal of the stamp act and the townshend duties was the
belief that the colonists were on the verge of revolution.
pleas of burk and pitt to give in to the colonists by recognizing their rights.
harmful effects of colonial boycotts on the british economy.
expectation that the colonial assemblies would voluntarily vote for higher taxes.

question 24
2 pts
the french and indian war
started in north america.
ended in 1748.
left france strengthened compared to great britain.
had few consequences for the american colonists.

Explanation:

Question 23

To determine the chief reason for Parliament’s repeal of the Stamp Act and Townshend Duties, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: While colonial unrest existed, the immediate economic impact of boycotts was more direct in prompting repeal.
• Option 2: Burke and Pitt’s pleas were a factor, but not the chief reason.
• Option 3: Colonial boycotts (like non - importation agreements) severely hurt British merchants and the economy, leading to pressure to repeal the taxes. This is the primary reason.
• Option 4: There was no expectation colonial assemblies would vote for higher taxes; they opposed British taxation.

To analyze the French and Indian War:

• Option 1: The French and Indian War (part of the Seven Years' War in North America) did start in North America (conflicts over territory in the Ohio River Valley).
• Option 2: The French and Indian War ended in 1763 (Treaty of Paris 1763), not 1748.
• Option 3: The war weakened France (lost Canada and territory east of the Mississippi) and strengthened Britain.
• Option 4: The war had major consequences for colonists (e.g., increased British control, new taxes to pay for war debt).

Answer:

C. harmful effects of colonial boycotts on the British economy.

Question 24