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What was the Stamp Act?
The Stamp Act of 1765 was a British parliamentary act that imposed a direct tax on various paper materials in the American colonies.
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When was the Stamp Act passed by the British Parliament?
The Stamp Act was passed on March 22, 1765.
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What was the primary purpose of the Stamp Act?
Its primary purpose was to help pay for British troops stationed in the American colonies after the French and Indian War.
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What types of items were taxed under the Stamp Act?
The Stamp Act taxed numerous paper items, including legal documents, newspapers, playing cards, almanacs, pamphlets, and dice.