THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION 1700 1774
SONS OF LIBERTY RESISTANCE TO THE STAMP ACT AND BRITISH RULE
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boycott British goods.
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made their own cloth.
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baked cookies.
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all of the above.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Created in response to unfair British taxes and regulations, the Daughters of Liberty organization was first mentioned in the press in 1766. They would organize boycotts, help manufacture goods that were in short supply and even engage in public protest when necessary.
Detailed explanation-2: -Activities of the Daughters of Liberty For example, the Daughters of Liberty organized several non-importation boycotts of British goods, especially tea. In other words, these women promised not to buy or use British products that were being imported to the colonies.
Detailed explanation-3: -In August of 1768, when Boston merchants pledged not to import or sell British goods, there was a shortage in the colony of specific goods like textiles. To help ease this shortage, the Daughters of Liberty organized spinning bees to spin yarn and wool into fabric. Women joined in on the boycott of British goods.
Detailed explanation-4: -Formed around 1765 to assist the Sons of Liberty. Encouraged the boycott of British imported goods such as tea, paper, stamps, and textiles. Hosted spinning bees and homespun clothing to support boycott efforts.