Q: In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
Statement: The island became a Crown Colony ruled directly from London, and over the next few years there were several reforms to its political and social systems. Choices: 1. There were several changes made to the island's social and political systems as a result of rule from London. 2. The island's population resented the changes made by their new rulers. 3. The island became independent of all external rule.
A:
1