What Action Did Great Britain Take Shortly Before the American

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Multiple Choice

What action did Great Britain take shortly before the American declaration of war against that country?

• A) Great Britain increased its naval presence in the Great Lakes.
• B) The British announced a blockade of the American coast.
• C) The British changed the policy that had been the reason for American anger by reopening the seas to American shipping.
• D) The British navy sank several American merchant ships.

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