Loyalists vs. Patriots

What is a Patriot?

• A colonist who supported Britain

• A colonist who wanted independence from Britain

• A person who lived in England

• A soldier in the British army

What is a Loyalist?

• Someone who fought against Britain

• A person who lived in France

• A colonist who remained loyal to Great Britain

• Someone who wanted independence

Why did Patriots oppose British rule?

• They wanted to join France

• They didn't like the weather in Britain

• They thought British taxes were unfair

• They wanted to move to England

In North Carolina, what happened in 1777?

• The war ended

• Men had to sign up for the military

• Everyone became a Loyalist

• Britain left the colonies

Which was NOT a valid reason to avoid military service?

• Religious reasons

• Physical health issues

• Having a lot of money

• Mental health conditions

Why did many enslaved people support the Loyalists?

• They wanted to stay enslaved

• They were promised freedom by the British

• They liked British food

• They wanted to live in England

Why did some African Americans support the Patriots?

• They were promised money

• They wanted to move to Britain

• They believed the new country would give them freedom

• They were forced to join

What made choosing sides difficult for colonists?

• The decision was isolating

• They didn't know about the war

• They all wanted to be Patriots

• There were too many choices

What groups of African Americans supported the Patriots?

• Only enslaved people

• Only freed people

• Neither freed nor enslaved people

• Both freed and enslaved people

What might happen if someone got out of military service?

• A. They would be arrested
  

• B. They would be forced to leave
  

• C. They might have to pay a large fine
  

• D. They would become a Loyalist