Question

question # 5
multiple choice
the watches organized in early american colonial cities were responsible for all except ______.

○ making certain shops closed on time

○ breaking up public fights and brawls

○ reporting fires to the firefighting brigades

○ patrolling the city at night to maintain the peace

Explanation:

Early American colonial watches were nighttime community peacekeeping groups. Their core duties included night patrols for peace, breaking up public disturbances, and reporting fires. Ensuring shops closed on time was not a standard responsibility of these watches.

Answer:

making certain shops closed on time