Explanation:
Yes, the colonists wanted to prove that they wouldn't allow unfair taxes. Granted they were a little extreme, but it got the point across
That would the Mississippi I think.
A, state legislatures. They werent elected by people until the 17th amendment in 1912
The Renaissance is associated with advances in literature, architecture, humanism, and a world economy, while the Enlightenment is associated with the scientific method, industrialization, rationality, astronomy, and calculus.
A--needing a place for steamships to refuel: the push came from the need for a modern navy to support the economic interests in Asia.
Alfred Mahan's book on sea power convinced the US government a modern navy was needed. To create a large fleet, the US needed ports on islands throughout the Pacific to refuel and rest ships. These parts were provided as trade deals, protection, or takeover of the land.