Question

Which of the following statements best describes the Boston Tea Party?

• A. The dialogue between Samuel Adams with the English East India Company
• B. The dumping of 340 tea crates into the sea
• C. The party named after Boston tea leaves which reflect the heritage of America
• D. A group of revolutionary Bostoners who fought for the self-determination of the British colonies.

Answer 1

The correct option is B The dumping of 340 tea crates into the sea

The British parliament passed the Tea Act which permitted the East India Company to sell tea directly to colonies. The colonists refused to permit the unloading of tea. A number of Americans disguised as porters boarded the ships and threw 340 crates of tea into sea. This event is referred to as the Boston Tea Party.