PART A: 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