How did Mercantilism contribute to the American Revolution?

a. It created the means of cultural diffusion in the New World
b. It made the colonies economically independent
c.It brought together the French, English, and Spanish influences on one continent
d. It increased the crown's need for gold and silver

I think the answer is B, any help would be greatly appreciated!

Question

How did Mercantilism contribute to the American Revolution?

a. It created the means of cultural diffusion in the New World
b. It made the colonies economically independent
c.It brought together the French, English, and Spanish influences on one continent
d. It increased the crown's need for gold and silver

I think the answer is B, any help would be greatly appreciated!

wwhitlock · Answer

Under Mercantilism, many of the colonies were a business venture. The King granted a charter (monopoly) to the business to run the colony. I'd tend to disagree with your choice. A colony's economy was initially subject to the directions of the merchants who had invested in it.
Of the choices, I'd probably choose A. The colony system put English people in North America. So it created a situation for 2 or more cultures to share space and culture.

jfkd · Answer

Okay thank you!

mahoganie.carson · Answer

You should close this now @jfkd :)

jfkd · Answer

Sorry! Thanks for letting know

mahoganie.carson · Answer

It's okay and you're welcome @jfkd :)