Why did colonists begin smuggling goods into and out of the colonies?
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In 1764 Parliament passed the Sugar Act, which set duties on molasses and sugar imported by colonists. This was the first act passed specifically to raise money in the colonies. ... This made it difficult for traders to avoid paying duties. The British navy also began to stop and search ships for smuggled goods.
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In 1764 Parliament passed the Sugar Act, which set duties on molasses and sugar imported by colonists. This was the first act passed specifically to raise money in the colonies. ... This made it difficult for traders to avoid paying duties. The British navy also began to stop and search ships for smuggled goods.
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