The decision to send British troops to Boston in 1768 was largely due to
A. Lord North's desire to precipitate a crisis in Massachusetts.
B. Indian tribes raiding against Massachusetts colonists.
C. the riot that followed the seizure of the Liberty by customs officials.
D. the decision by the North ministry to use force to suspend the Massachusetts assembly.
Answer: C
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