The Sugar Act of 1764 Was Passed to

question 36

Multiple Choice

The Sugar Act of 1764 was passed to

• A)benefit the colonies by reducing the tariff on cane sugar.
• B)raise revenue to help pay off Britain's massive war debt.
• C)increase the importation of molasses into the colonies.
• D)help British commodities compete with those of the Spanish.

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