Question

1. the french-indian/seven years war is often viewed by historians as being a factor in causing the american revolution. which of these explains why this might be the case? (h3a.)

a. american indians believed the colonists would return seized lands to them.
b. british were able to defeat the french in north america, asia, and at sea.
c. high cost of the war meant britain had to create new taxes in the american colonies.
d. french were never truly expelled and played a large role in stirring-up colonial discontent.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: American Indians' beliefs about colonists returning lands are not a direct cause of the American Revolution related to the French - Indian/Seven Years War's impact on Britain's actions toward the colonies.
• Option B: The British defeat of the French in various regions does not directly explain why the war led to the American Revolution. The key is Britain's financial situation after the war.
• Option C: The Seven Years War was very costly for Britain. To pay off the war debt, Britain imposed new taxes on the American colonies (such as the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts). These taxes were a major grievance for the colonists and contributed to the growing discontent that led to the American Revolution.
• Option D: After the Seven Years War, the French were largely expelled from North America, so this statement is incorrect.

Answer:

C. high cost of the war meant Britain had to create new taxes in the American colonies.