The Nonimportation Movement That Was Called to Protest the Townshend

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nonimportation movement that was called to protest the Townshend duties was

• A) endorsed by most of the colonial assemblies.
• B) inspired by colonial merchants who sought economic gain.
• C) supported by all colonists from all classes.
• D) effective in reducing colonial imports from England.

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