One of the basic liberties sought by the colonists through independence from Great Britain was

A. freedom from taxation without representation.
B. the right to bear arms and to defend life and property.
C. freedom to assemble in public and to engage in public debate.
D. the right to own and trade slaves.
E. the right to travel.


Answer: A

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