Question

Which statement is true about the Loyalists?

Answer 1

Which statement is true about the Loyalists?

A) They felt that Parliament and the Crown must be obeyed as the legitimate government of the Empire.

B) They supported the taxes, oaths of allegiance, and militia drafts demanded by the new Patriot authorities.

C) They believed that resistance would lead to colonial independence.

Your answer will be (A)

Answer 2

Loyalists were those people in American colonies who during the Revolutionary War stayed “Loyal” to Britain. Based on their faith and activities the statement which is true about them is:

“Parliament and the Crown must be obeyed as the legitimate government of the Empire”

They had their own motives, from many one could be they felt threatened by the new development and for their businesses and felt the British Crown can be a better option.