Question

"The riotous behavior of the people in Boston is remarkable. I would have been less surprised by their behavior if we had taxed their beer. But the Stamp Act is a tax on none of the necessities of life. It does not affect the poor, and even a poor person can afford this little amount of money."
—British Loyalist, 1766

The quotation was published in a Boston newspaper. Based on the quotation, what can MOST LIKELY be inferred about the Stamp Act?

A. The loyalist believes the tax is unfair and unreasonable.


B. People only have the right to complain about taxes on necessary items like beer.


C. Taxes can and should be paid by the poor.


D. People complaining about the tax are in the wrong.

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Since he is surprised at their complaints, D seems to be the best option...

A is wrong because 'even a poor man can afford this little amount of money' seems to suggest that he is in favour of the the implementation of the Act.

B and C are clearly not the interpretation of the text.