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During colonial times, which American political party opposed the English king and Parliament?

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The correct answer is: The Whigs

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Whigs

The Whigs in Britain opposed the strong monarchy and colonists took on the Whig name to show opposition to the British government. When the colonists choose to declare independence the group of Whigs became Patriots.
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