Question

This event occurred when the British placed a standing army in Massachusetts who fired into a crowd killing 5 Americans.

A)The Boston Massacre
B)Boston Tea Party
C)Revolutionary War
D)The Massachusetts rebellion

Answer 1

A) The Boston tea party

Answer 2

The event that occurred is A) The Boston Massacre.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Boston Massacre occurred in 1770. This event intensified anti-British sentiment and proved a pivotal event leading up to the American Revolution. The British fired at the citizens because the mob insulted and threatened them. Hope this helped :)