Answer:Treason
Explanation:
The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language defines treason as “the betrayal of allegiance toward one's own country, especially by committing hostile acts against it or aiding its enemies in committing such acts.” When the 56 men signed the Declaration of Independence, they knew full well that they were
" that whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute a new government"
Answer:
They were faced with competition on hunting animals with fur.
making their supply of fur and meat low.