Which of the following best describes how the colonies justified seeking independence?
A. Colonial taxes imposed by the British were too high.
B. The judicial branch, not the king, needed to interpret laws.
C. The king had lost his right to rule by violating colonial rights.
D. Colonists needed the same freedom of speech as Parliament.

Question

Which of the following best describes how the colonies justified seeking independence?
A. Colonial taxes imposed by the British were too high.
B. The judicial branch, not the king, needed to interpret laws.
C. The king had lost his right to rule by violating colonial rights.
D. Colonists needed the same freedom of speech as Parliament.

anonymous · Answer

My opinion on this is a very strong A.