Q. Which of the following describes loyalists?
✅ Correct Answer: (A)
They thought Patriots were too radical
Explanation:
Loyalists were American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolutionary War.
- They opposed the Patriots, who sought independence from Britain, and viewed them as too radical and rebellious.
- Many Loyalists believed that maintaining ties with Britain was best for political stability, economic interests, and legal protection.
Why the other options are incorrect:
- (B) They decided to fight against the British – This describes Patriots, not Loyalists.
- (C) They wanted to return to Britain – Not necessarily; most Loyalists wanted to remain in the colonies under British rule, though some did eventually flee to Britain or Canada.
- (D) They supported British taxation – Not all Loyalists supported taxation; many were loyal to the Crown for political or cultural reasons, even if they disagreed with specific policies.
So, the correct answer is: (A) They thought Patriots were too radical.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Loyalists were American colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolutionary War.
- They opposed the Patriots, who sought independence from Britain, and viewed them as too radical and rebellious.
- Many Loyalists believed that maintaining ties with Britain was best for political stability, economic interests, and legal protection.
Why the other options are incorrect:
- (B) They decided to fight against the British – This describes Patriots, not Loyalists.
- (C) They wanted to return to Britain – Not necessarily; most Loyalists wanted to remain in the colonies under British rule, though some did eventually flee to Britain or Canada.
- (D) They supported British taxation – Not all Loyalists supported taxation; many were loyal to the Crown for political or cultural reasons, even if they disagreed with specific policies.
So, the correct answer is: (A) They thought Patriots were too radical.