Boston Massacre and Colonial Reactions Flashcard

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What event occurred on March 5, 1770, in Boston?

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The Boston Massacre

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What did colonists throw at British soldiers during the Boston Massacre?

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Snowballs and rocks

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How did John Adams contribute after the Boston Massacre?

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He defended the British soldiers in court

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What was the outcome of the trial for the British soldiers involved in the Boston Massacre?

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Six soldiers were found not guilty

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Why were tensions rising between the American Colonies and England before the Boston Massacre?

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Soldiers were stationed in Boston causing conflicts

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What actions did colonists take against British soldiers during the Boston Massacre?

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Threw snowballs, rocks, and sticks

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Who defended the British soldiers after the Boston Massacre?

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John Adams

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What was the primary purpose of the Tea Act of 1773?

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To help the East India Company get out of debt

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How did the East India Company become financially troubled?

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18 million pounds of unsold tea

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What unique monopoly did England grant the East India Company?

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Tea sales; they were the only ones allowed to sell their tea