Question

What made the british authorities wary of declaring war against the french in north america in 1754?

Answer 1

Answer:

A) They believed the American colonists were incapable of cooperating in their own defense.

Explanation:

Options:

A. They believed the American colonists were incapable of cooperating in their own defense.

B. Native American tribes were sure to side with the French over the British.

C. The colonists protested against the deployment of British troops in North America.

D. The king insisted that the colonies were not generating enough income to support a war.

As a result of Britain's humiliation, the potential for French intervention and a European war became more and more likely. North's administration, concerned about a war with France, wanted to mend relations with the American colonies and was willing to allow them some autonomy to that end in 1775. However, by 1778, the autonomy granted to the colonies had become insufficient.