Which act imposed taxes on glass, tea, printer's supplies, and paper in the colonies to help pay for defense?

• A. Stamp Act
• B. Townshend Acts
• C. Sugar Act
• D. Quartering Act

Answer: (B)

This question tests your understanding of a post‑French and Indian War policy that raised revenue by taxing common imported goods to pay for defense in the colonies. The policy that fits this description is the Townshend Acts. These acts placed duties on goods such as glass, tea, printer’s supplies, and paper—money raised was intended to support the imperial administration and defense costs in the colonies.

The other acts don’t match the items taxed. The Stamp Act taxed printed materials like newspapers and legal documents, not everyday imports. The Sugar Act targeted sugar and molasses. The Quartering Act required colonists to provide housing for British troops, rather than imposing taxes on goods.