The actions of corrupt and overbearing customs officials were highlighted most clearly in the
a. Boston Massacre because the British troops were stationed in Boston to protect customs officials
b. burning of the Gaspee because customs officials had antagonized Rhode Island merchants by their abuse of authority
c. enforcement of the Stamp Act with its ridiculously high duty on imported sugar and molasses
d. Continental Association, which was formed to publicize the unjust actions of customs collectors
e. Boston Port Act, in which the customs officials ordered the port closed because of the smuggling of goods on which duties were not paid
Answer: B