Where did the Stamp Act Congress meet in 1765?

• A. Philadelphia
• B. New York
• C. Boston
• D. Williamsburg

Answer: (B)

The event being tested is understanding where colonial resistance to a 1765 British tax was organized. The Stamp Act Congress gathered in New York City, bringing delegates from several colonies to coordinate a united response to the Stamp Act. They met there to articulate grievances, push for repeal, and coordinate measures like non-importation agreements, helping to knit the colonies together in opposition.

New York City was chosen because it was a major commercial hub where colonial leaders could effectively collaborate and demonstrate unified action. The other cities listed—Philadelphia, Boston, and Williamsburg—were important centers in colonial history, but they were not the meeting place for this particular congress.