1/25 Boston Massacre Reaction HW

Why do you think this event was given the name "The Boston Massacre?"

Based on the video, summarize what happened during the Boston Massacre in your own words. You should have at least FIVE sentences.

Which group (the colonists or the British) had weapons [guns]?

• The colonists

• The British

Which group (the colonists or the British) did NOT have weapons [guns]?

• The colonists

• The British

How many colonists died during the Boston Massacre?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• We don't know

In your opinion, why is the Boston Massacre considered a cause of the American Revolution?

Who was the first victim of the Boston Massacre? (hint: he was a former slave)

• James Madison

• Crispus Attucks

• John Frye

In what colony did the Boston Massacre occur?

• Massachusetts

• New York

• Virginia

• Rhode Island

Why were the colonists upset with the British?

• Their government was taxing the colonists

• They were rowdy and rude.

• They were living in their towns.

• All of the above.

What was thrown at soldiers to start the Boston Massacre?

• Manure
• Snowballs
• Paper
• Hay