The Boston Massacre

What is 'The Boston Massacre'?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The confrontation between British soldiers and American colonists

• The first battle of the American Revolutionary War

When did the Boston Massacre take place?

• March 5, 1770

• July 4, 1776

• December 16, 1773

• April 19, 1775

Why did the colonists oppose the British soldiers?

• They were taxed without representation.

• They wanted peace with the British.

• They received support from the British soldiers.

• They favored British rule.

Who was the British Private involved in the argument on King Street?

• Hugh White

• John Adams

• Paul Revere

• Samuel Adams

How did colonists react to British soldiers with bayonets?

• Fear and panic

• Joy and celebration

• Indifference

• Curiosity

How many colonists died in the Boston Massacre?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

What was the outcome for the soldiers after the Boston Massacre trial?

• They were all found guilty and executed.

• They were acquitted of all charges.

• Most were acquitted, but two were found guilty of manslaughter.

• They were all found guilty but pardoned.

Why were British troops sent to Boston?

• To enforce the Townshend Acts

• To protect colonists from Native American attacks

• To establish a new colony

• To negotiate peace with the French

How did the colonists feel about the British soldiers?

• They were welcoming.

• They were indifferent.

• They were hostile.

• They were curious.

What caused the fight on March 5, 1770?

• Snowball fight between colonists and British soldiers

• Disagreement over taxes

• Protest against the Stamp Act

• Conflict over land ownership