5. Document Project 5: The Boston Massacre

Quiz for Document 5.6 Account of Boston Massacre Funeral Procession, March 12, 1770

Quiz for Document 5.6: Account of Boston Massacre Funeral Procession, March 12, 1770

Document 5.6: Account of Boston Massacre Funeral Procession, March 12, 1770

Choose the best answer to each question.

Question 1

1. The journalist who reported on the Boston Massacre funeral procession noted that the procession was attended by numerous people “of all ranks.” Why was this important?

It demonstrated a growing unity among Bostonians, regardless of class.

It showed that all military personnel were upset about the violence, regardless of rank.

It communicated an easing of tensions between the merchant class and the working class.

It illustrated the importance of tradition in Boston.

Question 2

2. What aspect of the funeral procession impressed the journalist enough to mention it within his report?

The wealth of the victims

The number of attendees

The cold weather of the day

The live band that provided music

Question 3

3. Based on the language of the article, with which of the following groups did the author likely sympathize?

The British soldiers

The Boston patriots

The tax collectors

The Royal Governor

Question 4

4. According to the newspaper, the four victims were buried in a common grave together. What does this imply about the victims?

They were rich.

They were related.

They were not Christians.

They were lower class.

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