In 1766, in response to colonial protests against the Stamp Act, the British government
A. closed the port of Boston.
B. sent additional troops to the colonies.
C. rescinded the Stamp Act.
D. attempted to arrest the authors of the "Virginia Resolves."
E. created the Currency Act.
Answer: C
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