Loyalist or Patriot

Which word means a person in the American colonies who wanted the colonies to become independent from Great Britain?

• Loyalists

• Patriots

Which word means a person in the American colonies who opposed independence and wanted the colonies to remain under the control of the king and Great Britain?

• Loyalists

• Patriots

A person who wished to stay a British colony and supported the King was called a

• Loyalists

• Patriots

Who said it...

"The colonists can't govern themselves. They need the king to guide them."

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"My family has benefited greatly from trade with England. Independence would make me lose money!"

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"No taxation without representation!"

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"British goods are too expensive. We can't afford things that we need."

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"Fighting the King makes you a traitor. Colonists should obey."

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"Colonists should be able to pick their own governors. We don't need the King to choose for us!"

• Loyalist

• Patriot

Who said it...

"Colonists should have more say in making laws."

• Loyalist

• Patriot