As a result of the French and Indian War ____________________.

France's territories in North America increased in size

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A deep desire for independence spread throughout the colonies before the war ended

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Conflict essentially ended between Natives and English settlers in the Ohio Valley

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George Washington's military prowess and strong leadership led to his begin promoted to the rank of general in the British Army

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The British ended their policy of salutary neglect

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The correct option is E The British ended their policy of salutary neglect
Due to the increasing war debt, the British had to end their policy of Salutary neglect. The policy of salutary neglect implied avoiding strict control over the colonies so that they can learn to govern themselves and also to check the obedience of the colonies towards the mother country.

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