Question

Which of the following groups led violent protests against British taxation in the colonies? Use the timeline and your knowledge of social studies to answer the following questions.

A. Sons of Liberty

B. Virginia House of Burgesses

C. Parliament

D. Daughters of Liberty

Answer 1

When Britain imposed the un-endured acts in the 1750's and 60's, a greater number of people became angry, and started to act violently against British Loyalists in the colonies.
Sons of Liberty was the group which led violent protests against British taxation in the colonies.

Answer 2

A. Sons of Liberty was the group that led violent protests against British taxation in the colonies. They carried out many violent protests, during which they burned down tax-collector houses, and are famous for organizing the Boston Tea Party in 1773.