Question

In what ways did American colonists attempt to imitate British society in the 18th century? Option 1: They adopted British fashions and styles. Option 2: They spoke English and adopted British customs. Option 3: They established schools and universities based on the British model. Option 4: All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: All the above

Explanation: Colonists thought they where still British even though they where in America. They spoke like them, acted like them and they still flew the British flag. The southern accent even originates in Britain. The southern accent being a slower more twangy form of the British accent. Even the southern elite thought they where British royalty. Even though they got made fun of back in Britain.