Question

why did Massachusetts raise taxes on citizens, and what rules about currency made it difficult for citizens to pay these taxes?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Massachusetts passed higher taxes to pay off the state’s Revolutionary War debts. The state required that the taxes be paid in cash rather than barter with goods or produce. Many farmers and other citizens did not have enough money to pay these taxes.

(this is from edmentum!!)

Explanation:

Answer 2

The reason why Massachusetts raised taxes on citizens was because they wanted to pay off the state's debts. The challenge that they faces in terms of the rules of currency for citizens to pay these taxes was that they are requiring gold and silver as payments rather than goods, produce, and paper currency.