What Was the Purpose of the Navigation Acts

question 28

Multiple Choice

What was the purpose of the Navigation Acts?

• A) to increase the prestige of the monarchy
• B) to raise money for a war with France
• C) to promote English shipping and trade
• D) to limit the political autonomy of British colonies

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