Humanists believe that people are free to think for themselves.
People would most likely be drafted into the military during a time of war, or if needed in the military.
The British government decided to make the American colonies pay a large share of the war debt from the French and Indian War. Through the Sugar Act, Stamp Act, and other taxes, the British tried to collect taxes that the American people considered harsh.
Trade increased throughout India and other surrounding countries. Also religions spread (religions such as Confucianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and some Islamic practices).