John Adams: The Boston Massacre
Directions: Answer the following questions.
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1. Summarize the events that took place on King Street, also known as the Boston Massacre.
2. Describe ten things you learned about John Adams from the video.
3. Summarize the trial of the soldiers involved in the Boston Massacre. Explain the verdict.
4. Compare and contrast colonial courts with courts of today.
Colonial Courts
Modern Courts
Similarities
5. Is John Adams a loyalist or a patriot? Support your answer.
6. From what you have seen in the video, does John Adams believe law or ethics is more important?
Support your answer.