AP US Historymediummcq1 pt
The Proclamation of 1763 was issued by Britain to:
A.Tax the American colonies
B.Prohibit colonial settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains
C.Grant independence to the colonies
D.Establish a new colonial government
Explanation
Core Concept
The Proclamation of 1763 forbade colonial settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains to prevent conflicts with Native Americans and to maintain British control over western land speculation.
Correct Answer
BProhibit colonial settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains
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