Which statement best describes why the relationship between American colonies and Britain began to deteriorate?
A. Americans asked Britain to protect them by fighting the French and Indian War, but grew angry when asked to pay for it.
B The British government was angry at Americans for losing the French and Indian War, and punished America with high taxes and restrictive laws.
C Americans' anger grew as they were forced to pay off Britain’s debts from the French and Indian War.
D The British government grew frustrated with Americans’ poorly held elections and took away Americans’ representatives.