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1 Leaning towards Independence!
Proclamation of 1763 Quartering Act

2 Okay, so we are saving money by preventing a war and by not having to pay for soldiers homes. Now let’s get some money to pay off that war debt.

3 Stamp Act This law required colonists to pay a tax on paper and printed goods. A tax stamp had to be placed on many items and documents including playing cards, newspapers and calendars. The stamp indicated that tax was paid. England placed a tax on printed paper items. Tax collectors could enter and search your house!

4 Say What! Wait! You added a tax! You can search MY house!
And if I don't pay taxes.... You will put me in jail without a trial.

5 English Colonists- Proud to be English!
Freedom of speech Rights of Englishmen: Right to trail by jury X Loss of a right! X Loss of a right! Government officials can’t take your house or possessions X Loss of a right! Government officials can't search your house. Elect own colonial representatives to make laws and create taxes. X Loss of a right!

6 Leaning towards Independence!
Stamp Act Proclamation of 1763 Quartering Act

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