Evaluate the extent to which ideas of self-government influenced American colonial reaction to British imperial authority in the period from 1754 to 1776

Enlightenment's ideas of Republicanism and self-government.

Explanation:

Imposing taxes after the French and Indian War on colonist, heavenly influence the colonies to fight for their freedom and self- government that the British deprived them off after the end to salutary neglect. Colonies also showed their resistance to pay taxes like the Stamp Act and the Townsend Acts.

Enlightenment began to spread in the 13 colonies in America during the 17th century. Enlightenment spread because of settlers interest in new ideas and questioning the situation existing in the colonies. Enlightenment ideas helped influence people to overthrow colonial rule.