Key Acts Leading to Revolutionary Tensions

In the mid-18th century, the relationship between the American colonies and Great Britain significantly deteriorated due to various legislative acts and taxation measures. Among these was the Stamp Act of 1765, which imposed a direct tax on the colonies. The colonists responded with organized protests and the formation of groups such as the Sons of Liberty. In response to these colonial actions, the British government enacted several measures aimed at restoring order and asserting control. Which of the following actions taken by the British government most directly contributed to the increasing tensions that led to the American Revolution?