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| Study this source carefully. Different parts of the source will contain clues about why the British became empire builders in North America. As you study the source, ask yourself: |
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- How does this source suggest that sugar was important
to Britain’s wealth?
- This was a pamphlet published
in order to influence Parliament. What does this suggest
about the influence of the sugar refiners?
- What impression do you get
from this source about the importance of sugar in the economy?
- Does this source suggest
that trade was an important factor in Britain owning an
empire?
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