The Declaratory Act of 1766

question 120

Multiple Choice

The Declaratory Act of 1766

• A)caused renewed protests throughout the colonies.
• B)was a sweeping assertion of Parliament's authority over the colonies.
• C)threatened the colonies with military action should future protests develop.
• D)was an attempt by outgoing minister George Grenville to save face.
• E)All the answers are correct.

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