The colonists' enthusiastic reception of Benjamin Franklin upon his arrival in America reflects their growing desire for independence and self-governance. Franklin, a symbol of Enlightenment ideals and political thought, was seen as an advocate for colonial rights against British oppression. His presence galvanized colonial unity and resistance to British authority, signaling that many colonists were ready to embrace a break from British rule. This reaction underscores a collective aspiration for autonomy and the formation of a distinct American identity.
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Colonists were thinking that the British were savage and more rebellions broke out.
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they were upset because they were getting taxes
It gave some courage and determination but made others unhappy.
The reaction of a loyalist to the Declaration of Independence would have been that colonists do not have a right to simply declare their independence. Colonists are subjects of the crown, whether they agree or not. King George III rules by divine right. God save the king.
They didn't like it because it was taxing the colonists
Boycotted it
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Colonists were thinking that the British were savage and more rebellions broke out.
an exothermic reaction
the colonists revolted. "no taxation without representation"
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They thought it was a good idea.