The Stamp Act of 1765
A. cost the British government much more money than it made in revenues.
B. established a royal postal system between the American colonies and England.
C. replaced the Sugar Act of 1764.
D. required colonists to pay taxes on most printed documents.
E. proved to be ineffective, as most colonies refused to accept it.
Answer: D
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