What is Boston's famous 2.5-mile walking route past historic sites called?
AnswerThe Freedom Trail
A red line marks the Freedom Trail's 16 historic sites.
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Boston facts & stats
7 fact-checked facts about boston's history, landmarks and neighborhoods, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
Which Boston park, founded in 1634, is often called the oldest public park in the US?
AnswerBoston Common
Boston Common was once used for grazing cattle.
Going deeper
In which year did the Boston Massacre take place?
Answer1770
British soldiers fired on a crowd on March 5, 1770.
Which river separates Boston from Cambridge?
AnswerCharles River
The Charles River divides the two cities.
Paul Revere's 1775 midnight ride came just before which battles?
AnswerLexington and Concord
The battles of April 19, 1775 opened the Revolutionary War.
Expert level
Founded in 1635, Boston Latin School holds what distinction?
AnswerOldest existing school in the US
It is the oldest school still operating in the United States.
Which Boston church displayed the 'one if by land, two if by sea' lanterns?
AnswerOld North Church
Two lanterns in its steeple signaled troops crossing by water.
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