What was an important political origin of the American Revolution?
a. The Stamp Act was a tax that most colonists had to pay.
b. The colonists criticized the lack of representation in Parliament.
c. The colonists did not like a westward barrier to settlements.
d. The colonists did not want the writs of assistance to be used.
e. The Sugar Act financially hurt New England merchants.
Answer: b. The colonists criticized the lack of representation in Parliament.
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