Question

lexington and concord colonial militia the battles of lexington and concord marked the beginning of the american revolution. lexington and concord battles scene colonial militia leading up to the beginning of the revolutionary war, militia groups began to emerge in cities the 13 colonies. many militias were made up of minutemen, colonists who were ready to fight at a moment’s notice. who was the leader of british troops in boston in 1775? general guy carleton general john burgoyne general thomas gage

Explanation:

To determine the leader of British troops in Boston in 1775, we recall historical facts. General Thomas Gage was the British military governor of Massachusetts and led British troops in Boston during the early days of the American Revolution, including around the time of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. General Guy Carleton was more involved in Canada, and General John Burgoyne was later known for his campaign in the Saratoga area.

Answer:

C. General Thomas Gage (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C with C being General Thomas Gage as the correct one; if the original options had different labels, adjust accordingly, but based on the content, the correct answer is General Thomas Gage)