Why did the British blockade the Boston Harbour?

To punish the Americans for the Tea Party.

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

To stop the Americans from building their navy.

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

To punish the Americans for a revolt in Georgia.

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

To stop the French ships from reaching Boston.

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is A To punish the Americans for the Tea Party.
In Boston, on 16 December 1773, about 50 American colonists, disguised as Native Americans, damaged tea crates and dumped them into the sea. This event came to be known as the "Boston Tea Party". In response, the Boston harbour was blockaded by the British Navy.

Suggest Corrections