The Boston Massacre
A Grade 6 Social Studies worksheet covering the causes, events, and significance of the Boston Massacre.
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The Boston Massacre
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
The Boston Massacre was a pivotal event leading up to the American Revolution. Tensions were high between British soldiers and American colonists in Boston due to new taxes and British military presence.
1. In what city did the Boston Massacre take place?
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
Charleston
2. What was one of the main causes of tension between British soldiers and colonists?
Religious differences
New taxes and British military presence
Competition for land
Disagreements over fishing rights
3. The Boston Massacre occurred on March 5, .
4. The first person killed in the Boston Massacre was .
5. Describe what happened during the Boston Massacre. (Include at least two details)
6. British soldiers were found guilty of murder for their actions in the Boston Massacre.
True
False