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What was it
This act said that all land west of the Appalachian Mountains was reserved for the Native Americans.
The Colonists Reaction
Many of the Colonists ignored the proclamation and continued to settle in land past the Appalachian Mountains. Even George Washington bought land in the area.
The British Government's Reaction
British soldiers forced settlers back over the Appalachian Mountains, sometimes burning settlements they found. -
What was it
The Sugar Act taxed 3 pence per pound of sugar.
The Colonists Reaction
The colonists were angry that they were being taxed without a say in the matter. This is where no taxation without representation came from.
The British Government's Reaction
They said the acts were fair and lawful, and they mostly ignored the colonists for a while. -
What was it
The Stamp Act required all paper to have a stamp that showed the tax had been paid.
The Colonists Reaction
Some colonists, especially in places like Boston, were very angry and had riots. The Stamp Act Congress was formed, where they agreed that they wouldn't pay taxes that they didn't have a say in.
The British Government's Reaction
They sent soldiers to enforce the taxes and keep peace. Soon, however, the British repealed the Stamp Act to keep the colonists happy.
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