2. Protests: They organized protests, such as the Boston Tea Party, to express their dissatisfaction with British policies.
3. Boycotts: They encouraged colonists to boycott British goods, which significantly affected the British economy.
4. Espionage: They spied on British officials to gather information and plan their activities accordingly.
5. Propaganda: They distributed pamphlets and disseminated propaganda that criticized British rule and inspired colonists to unite against it.
6. Intimidation: They used intimidation tactics to discourage anyone from collaborating with the British authorities or supporting British policies.
7. Diplomacy: They attempted to negotiate with British officials to improve the situation for the colonists.
8. Violence: In some instances, they resorted to violence, such as the Boston Massacre, as a means of resistance and retaliation against British actions.