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Q. Which of the following describes loyalists?

  • (A) They thought Patriots were too radical
  • (B) They decided to fight against the British
  • (C) They wanted to return to Britain
  • (D) They supported British taxation
  • Correct Answer - Option(A)
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Explanation by: Admin

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.

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