Allegedly, the Boston Massacre began when British Army soldiers, known somewhat derogatorily as "Red Coats" because of the red uniforms they wore, were __________ rocks by a mob of angry colonists when one soldier fired.

Which phrase would best complete the passage?
attacked by
being pelted with
given small
holding

Question

Allegedly, the Boston Massacre began when British Army soldiers, known somewhat derogatorily as "Red Coats" because of the red uniforms they wore, were __________ rocks by a mob of angry colonists when one soldier fired.

Which phrase would best complete the passage?
attacked by
being pelted with
given small
holding

anonymous · Answer

So what is the point of this sentence?

anonymous · Answer

Are there any hints within the sentence that might help?

anonymous · Answer

The words "were" and "by" might hint at something.