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What is ironic about the trial of the British

soldiers responsible for the Boston Massacre?
A. All of them received the death penalty.
B. The soldiers were forced to serve in the colonial army.
C. The soldiers were defended by colonial lawyer John Adams.

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Answer:

C!

Step-by-step explanation:

Why C? Because it was ironic that revolutionary John Adams took the job of defending the King's soldiers while loyal prosecutor, Samuel Quincy, of proving them guilty. Thomas Preston and the eight soldiers were to be tried separately according to the magistrate.

Hopefully this helps you! :D

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