In the 1750s, the relationship between the British Empire and the American colonies was characterized by
A) most Americans believing that the benefits of the empire far outweigh the costs
B) the British strictly enforcing colonial trade regulations
C) most Americans objecting to their membership in the British Empire
D) the British constantly intervening in American affairs
Ans: A) most Americans believing that the benefits of the empire far outweigh the costs
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