In this task, you will write an editorial from the perspective of a Loyalist or a Patriot. Your editorial will refer to one of the primary sources you reviewed in this activity. Imagine you are living in Boston in 1770. Write a brief letter to the editor of the newspaper about how the Boston Massacre affected you. Write from the point of view of either a Loyalist or a Patriot. The editorial should express concern over the seriousness of the Boston Massacre. Use the information from the primary sources you reviewed in this activity and the information you learned in this unit to help you write the editorial.

Use the following questions to help you write your editorial:

What was happening at that time in history?
What main idea do you want to express?
What is the best way for you to express your message?
Who is your audience?
Why are you writing the letter?
What feeling, tone, or mood do you think would help you convince your audience?