Resolved, that the taxation of the people by themselves, or by
persons chosen by themselves to represent them . . . is the only
security against a burdensome taxation . . .

—Virginia Stamp Act Resolutions, May 30, 1765

Which statement best explains why this resolution was adopted?
F Colonists were upset by the punishment imposed after the Boston Tea Party.
G Colonists created this in order to address the causes of the Boston Massacre.
H Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament.
J Colonists wanted to expand powers given to governors appointed by King George III.