Question

lesson 1: american and french revolutions (1750 - 1815)
american revolution
why were citizens angry that the east india tea company was given exclusive rights to sell tea?
a. the exclusive rights of the company had violated the colonists rights.
b. colonists were not given advance notice to bid on the contract.
c. the company raised prices.
d. the company had inferior products.
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Explanation:

During the lead - up to the American Revolution, colonists were angry about the East India Company being given exclusive rights to sell tea as it limited competition and was seen as a form of unfair British - imposed monopoly. This was part of a broader set of grievances against British economic policies.

Answer:

a. The exclusive rights of the company limited competition.