Question

The Stamp Act A. was part of England's plan to create a more centralized imperial system in America. B. was barely passed by a divided Parliament deeply concerned about American opposition. C. required the yearly purchase of a stamp for each member of a colonial household. D. was supported by Benjamin Franklin and other prominent colonial leaders as a reasonable tax.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter A: was part of England's plan to create a more centralized imperial system in America.

Explanation:

The Stamp Act (1765) was part of England’s government plan to create a more centralized imperial system in America, which was urgently needed after the Peace of Paris. It was an Act imposed by the Parliament of Great Britain inflicting a direct tax on the British colonies in America. Part of the income from the Stamp Act was to be used to maintain regiments of British soldiers in North America.