Colonial Response to the Stamp Act

In the years leading up to the American Revolution, a series of acts imposed by the British Parliament prompted significant colonial resistance, culminating in increased tensions between the colonies and Britain. One of the most controversial acts was the Stamp Act of 1765, which required colonists to purchase stamped paper for legal documents, newspapers, and other publications. This act not only raised revenue but also represented a challenge to the colonists’ autonomy, as it was enacted without their consent. Based on this context, which of the following was a direct outcome of colonial reaction to the Stamp Act?