THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
AMERICAN REVOLUTION SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT
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Question
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Which people were most likely to be Patriots? (Choose 3)
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a colonial merchant who believes war will be bad for business
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a colonial merchant who objects to British trade restrictions
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a colonial family who wants to move west of the Appalachian Mountains
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a colonial leader appointed by British Parliament
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a colonial leader elected by American colonists
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Many Patriots lived in the New England Colonies, and were mostly from the middle and lower class. Most lived in rural areas and labored as fishermen and farmers. Patriots wanted to be free from the Crown and were willing to resort to violence if necessary.
Detailed explanation-2: -Perhaps the most famous patriot at the time was George Washington who led the Continental Army and later became the first President of the United States. Other famous patriots included Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, Ethan Allen, Patrick Henry, and Ben Franklin.
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