Lesson 36 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Stamp Act and Colonial Protests
The Stamp Act was a law passed by Britain in 1765 that required colonists to pay a tax on printed materials, like newspapers and legal documents.
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The Stamp Act was a law passed by Britain in 1765 that required colonists to pay a tax on printed materials, like newspapers and legal documents. This made many colonists very upset because they believed they should not be taxed without representation. In response, they organized protests and boycotts, refusing to buy British goods. Their strong reactions helped unite the colonies against British rule.
Key Facts
The Stamp Act was passed in 1765.
It taxed printed materials like newspapers.
Colonists protested by boycotting British goods.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What did the Stamp Act require colonists to pay for?
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The Stamp Act and Colonial Protests
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