Boston Massacre Quiz

What were the causes of the Boston Massacre?

• High taxes imposed by the American colonists, disagreement over trade regulations, and disputes over land ownership.

• Lack of communication between British soldiers and American colonists, cultural differences, and religious conflicts.

• The presence of French spies in Boston, economic instability, and political rivalries between American colonists.

• Tensions between British soldiers and American colonists, resentment towards British taxation, and the presence of British troops in Boston.

Which year did the Boston Massacre occur?

• 1800

• 1783

• 1765

• 1770

Who was the first person killed in the Boston Massacre?

• Samuel Adams

• John Adams

• Paul Revere

• Crispus Attucks

What were the events that led to the Boston Massacre?

• The French and Indian War

• Escalating tensions between British soldiers and American colonists

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party

What was the role of Crispus Attucks in the Boston Massacre?

• Crispus Attucks was a British soldier involved in the Boston Massacre.

• Crispus Attucks was a bystander who witnessed the Boston Massacre.

• Crispus Attucks was a leader of the British forces during the Boston Massacre.

• Crispus Attucks was the first person killed in the Boston Massacre.

How many British soldiers were put on trial for the Boston Massacre?

• 8

• 10

• 5

• 2

Who defended the British soldiers during their trial?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

What was the verdict of the trial of the British soldiers?

• acquitted

• innocent

• not guilty

• guilty

What was the impact of the Boston Massacre on the American colonies?

• It had no impact on the American colonies.

• It led to increased British control over the colonies.

• It resulted in improved relations between the colonies and Britain.

• It fueled anti-British sentiment and increased support for the American Revolution.

How did the Boston Massacre contribute to the American Revolution?

• The Boston Massacre resulted in increased support for the British monarchy.

• The Boston Massacre increased tensions and fueled anti-British sentiment, contributing to the American Revolution.

• The Boston Massacre had no impact on the American Revolution.

• The Boston Massacre led to peaceful negotiations between the colonists and the British.