Question

Explain in 3-5 sentences why the British would be against independence for the American colonies using the quote by Nehemiah Grew discussed during class.

Answer 1

Answer:

To support their economy.

Explanation:

The British would be against independence for the American colonies because these colonies gives high taxes to British empire which contributes in the economy of British empire. The British did not want lose their territories in America because it was also a market for British goods so if they got independence then both taxes would be lost and their goods can't be sold in these colonies so that's why the British was against independence for the American colonies.