Action-Boston Harbor was closed until the ruined tea was payed for. How it might hurt you-will lose job and lack of goods will close down stores. Action-More soldiers were sent to Boston to make sure colonists followed the laws. How it might hurt you-forced into following them. Action-The government of Massachusetts was under British control. How it might hurt you-couldnt do anything without permission from the governor. Action-British soldiers who were accused of mirder would be tried in England. How it might hurt you-you wouldnt be able to tell your side of it if you live in the colonies.