THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
AMERICAN REVOLUTION SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT
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a loyalist
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a patriot
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Loyalists were colonists in the Thirteen Colonies who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolutionary War, often referred to as Tories, Royalists or King’s Men at the time.
Detailed explanation-2: -(UK, Canada, Australia) An expression of one’s patriotism and hope for the long life of the monarch, especially in his presence. (UK) A formal statement at the end of many proclamations issued by the King or in his name.
Detailed explanation-3: -Loyalists were those colonials who were loyal to the King of England. They may not have agreed with the policies and laws of the Crown, but they knew they had a duty to uphold the laws and remain loyal to the government that controlled their daily lives.
Detailed explanation-4: -Loyalists wanted to pursue peaceful forms of protest because they believed that violence would give rise to mob rule or tyranny. They also believed that independence would mean the loss of economic benefits derived from membership in the British mercantile system. Loyalists came from all walks of life.