Fall River
What industry was Fall River known for in the 19th century?
Textile Mills
What was the verdict in Lizzie Borden's trial?
Not guilty.
What weapon was used in the murders?
A hatchet/ axe
What is still standing today in Fall River in Regards to the crime?
The house on second st
What river is Fall River named after?
The Quequechan River
Who was the defense attorney for Lizzie Borden?
Andrew Jennings.
What was the public opinion of Lizzie Borden after the trial?
Many still believed she was guilty despite her acquittal.
How did Lizzie die?
Phenmonia
What tragic event occurred in Fall River in 1892?
The murders of Andrew and Abby Borden.
What evidence was lacking in the trial that contributed to her acquittal?
A lack of direct evidence linking her to the crime
How did Lizzie's behavior during the trial raise suspicion?
She appeared calm and collected.
Where did Lizzie Borden do after the trial?
Fall River
How did the community react to the Borden murders?
There was widespread shock and sensational media coverage.
What was one of the main reasons people believed Lizzie was innocent?
She had no motive to kill her father or stepmother.
What is often sang by people when they talk about the murders ? How does it go?
Lizzie Borden took an axe, gave her mother 40 wacks, when she saw what she had done she gave her father 41
Where is Lizzie Burried
Oak Grove Cematary
What street is the Lizzie Borden house located at today?
Second St
Provide two reasons she should be innocent
Varried
How did Lizzie's behavior during the trial raise suspicion?
Calm
what date did the murders occur on?
August 4, 1892