Intolerable Acts Video

What event directly triggered the British Parliament to enact the Intolerable Acts?

• The Battle of Lexington and Concord

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Boston Massacre

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was one of the major provisions of the Intolerable Acts regarding Boston Harbor?

• It was used as a naval base by the British

• It was opened exclusively for British ships

• It was expanded to allow more ships

• It was completely shut down until tea payments were made

How often were Massachusetts colonists allowed to hold town meetings under the Intolerable Acts?

• Every week

• Once a year

• Once a month

• Twice a year

Where would British officials be tried under the new Intolerable Acts?

• In the local colonial courts

• In the nearest neutral country

• In France

• In Britain

What was the significant outcome of the colonial response to the Intolerable Acts in September 1774?

• The repeal of the Intolerable Acts

• The start of the Revolutionary War

• The drafting of the U.S. Constitution

• The meeting known as the First Continental Congress