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

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Loyalists
Patriots
2.
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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
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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A person who wished to stay a British colony and supported the King was called a
Loyalists
Patriots
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Who said it...
"The colonists can't govern themselves. They need the king to guide them."
Loyalist
Patriot
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who said it...
"My family has benefited greatly from trade with England. Independence would make me lose money!"
Loyalist
Patriot
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who said it...
"No taxation without representation!"
Loyalist
Patriot
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who said it...
"British goods are too expensive. We can't afford things that we need."
Loyalist
Patriot
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