C. They avoided punishing Germany harshly
As they've learned in WWI,the ahrsh punishment would lead to the uprise of extreme powers like totalitarianism which finally lead to WWII,thus they did not punish Germany harshly after WWII
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The correct answer here is the option E.
The British Government thought that their increase of taxes would be accepted as they have lowered the the price of tea in the colonies and that the colonies would be grateful for a chance to get tea at the cheaper price. This as we all know did not work out and resulted in the Boston Tea Party where the colonists threw large amounts of tea into the water as a sign of protest.
Slander. it’s pretty much used to try to ruin someone’s likeness. or their reputation. i think. hope this helps! :)