As a Result of the Rapid Population Growth in Colonial

question 84

Multiple Choice

As a result of the rapid population growth in colonial America during the 18^th century

• A) a momentous shift occurred in the balance of power between the colonies and the mother country.
• B) the British government was pleased that more workers would be available to fill an increasing need for laborers in Britain.
• C) the need for slave labor declined.
• D) the colonists became more dependent on Britain for the goods that they needed to survive.
• E) the British government granted greater autonomy to colonial governments.

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