Question

Why did some slaves risk everything to escape and join the British side during the American Revolution?

to gain their freedom

to show their loyalty to the king

to be reunited with their families

to earn money

Answer 1

Some slaves risked everything to escape and join the British side during the American Revolution in order to . . .

A) to gain their freedom.

This was also a major motivation of slaves who sought to fight for the American side as well.