What was the colonists reaction of the 1774 coercive (intolerable)?

The colonists reacted to the 1774 Coercive Acts, known as the Intolerable Acts, with widespread outrage and resistance. These punitive measures, enacted in response to the Boston Tea Party, were seen as direct threats to their autonomy and rights. In response, the colonies united, forming the First Continental Congress to coordinate a collective response, including boycotting British goods and preparing for potential conflict. This marked a significant step toward colonial unity and the eventual push for independence.