Here the things that the class noted as important:
1763 - The Proclamation of 1763: prohibited colonists from moving west of the Appalachian Mountains. This allowed the British government control of westward movement; protected British interests of the fur trade; avoided conflict with Natives. Colonists did not like this.
Britain needs to raise money to pay off its debt.
1764 - Sugar Act - lowered to the tax on molasses imported by colonist. This was done to nix smuggling.
1765 - Stamp Act: tax on all printed matter. This act affected nearly every colonists. Mass boycotts and protests lead this act to be repealed.
1766 - Declaration Act - Parliament has a right to tax and make decisions for the colonies.
1767 - Townshend Acts - tax applied to imported goods, tax paid at port of entry.
These acts caused a uproar with the colonists and paved the way for revolution.
Quotes: "No taxation without representation." - James Otis
"If this be treason, make the most of it!" - Patrick Henry
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