Boston Tea Party Quiz

What event does the story focus on?

• The American Revolution
• The signing of the Declaration of Independence
• The Boston Tea Party
• The Boston Massacre

Which character expresses concern for Sarah Phillips?

• Dr. Franklin
• Sam Adams
• Moses
• James Hiller

What does the phrase 'no taxation without representation' imply?

• Taxes are unnecessary for the colonies.
• Colonists should not pay taxes if they have no voice in government.
• Taxes should be lowered for everyone.
• Only wealthy people should pay taxes.

How did the colonists express their discontent with British taxation during the Boston Tea Party?

• By organizing a peaceful protest.
• By throwing tea into the harbor.
• By boycotting British goods.
• By writing letters to the king.

What does the phrase 'no taxation without representation' mean in the context of the story?

• Colonists should pay taxes willingly.
• Colonists should have a voice in the laws that govern them.
• Taxes should be collected without any rules.
• Taxes are only for the wealthy.

What is Sarah Phillips' perspective on freedom?

• She thinks everyone deserves freedom.
• She believes it is a luxury.
• She is not interested in freedom.
• She believes it is only for the rich.

What does the character Moses represent in the story?

• A soldier in the army.
• A loyal British subject.
• A voice for the oppressed.
• A wealthy merchant.

What does Moses believe about the colonists' struggle?

• It is similar to his own fight for freedom.
• It is a waste of time.
• It is unrelated to his own experience.
• It is only about taxes.

What can be inferred about the character of Benjamin Franklin based on his actions in the episode?

• He supports the British government.
• He is indifferent to the colonists' struggles.
• He is a strong advocate for the colonists' rights.
• He is only interested in making money.

How did the Boston Tea Party influence the relationship between the colonies and Britain?

• It strengthened their alliance.
• It led to increased tensions and conflict.
• It encouraged more trade between them.
• It had no effect on their relationship.