Boston Massacre Quiz

What was the general cause of tension between the colonists and Great Britain ?

• Language barriers

• Religious conflicts

• Lack of resources in the colonies

• Taxation without representation

Which act was passed by the British Parliament that led to the Boston Massacre?

• The Sugar Act

• The Stamp Act

• The Townshend Acts

• The Tea Act

When did the Boston Massacre occur?

• September 3, 1783

• March 5, 1770

• April 19, 1775

• July 4, 1776

How many colonists were killed in the Boston Massacre?

• Five

• Two

• Eight

• Twelve

Who was the first person killed in the Boston Massacre?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Crispus Attucks

Who drew the famous engraving of the Boston Massacre published in newspapers?

• John Adams

• Sam Adams

• John Hancock

• Paul Revere

Was this engraving an accurate representation or propaganda?

• Accurate representation

• Mostly propaganda

Who defended the British troops that fired on the colonists in the Boston Massacre?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What was the immediate effect of the Boston Massacre on the relationship between the colonists and Great Britain?

• It improved their relationship

• It had no effect

• It worsened their relationship

• It led to immediate peace talks