Divided Loyalties: The Struggle Between Patriots and Loyalists in America's First Civil War

Tom Hand discusses America's first Civil War, focusing on the intense debate over independence from England. The population was divided into loyalists, patriots, and moderates. Military involvement was significant, with many Americans fighting on both sides. After the war, many loyalists left America. The next topic will explore the American Revolution from the loyalists' perspective.

What percentage of the population were loyalists during America's first Civil War?

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

• 10%

Where did many loyalists move for protection during the war?

• Forests

• Rural areas

• Coastal cities

• Mountains

How many men served in the Continental Army during the war?

• 230,000

• 100,000

• 300,000

• 400,000

What percentage of able-bodied men fought in the American Civil War compared to America's first Civil War?

• 25%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

Approximately how many loyalists left America after the war?

• 70,000

• 60,000

• 50,000

• 80,000

What was the main reason for the loyalists leaving America after the war?

• Lack of jobs

• Economic hardship

• Natural disasters

• Feeling unwelcome

What was the main focus of the next week's discussion as mentioned in the video?

• Neutral perspective

• Patriots' perspective

• Loyalists' perspective

• British perspective