Question

the french and indian war is often viewed by historians as being a factor in causing the american revolution. which of these best explains why this might be the case? a the indians believed the colonists would return seized lands to them. b the british were able to defeat the french in north america, asia, and at sea. c the high cost of the war meant parliament had to create new taxes in the american colonies. d the british tried to create a french - indian alliance in order to gain support from the spanish. e the french were never truly expelled and played a large role in stirring up colonial discontent.

Explanation:

The French - Indian War was costly for the British. To pay off war debts, the British Parliament imposed new taxes on the American colonies, which led to colonial resentment and was a factor in the American Revolution.

Answer:

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