Question

declaring independence quick check
why did loyalists oppose separation from england? select the two correct answers.
(1 point)
□ they wanted to continue to resist the intolerable acts.
□ they feared a loss of property.
□ they argued independence would upset france.
□ they were worried about mob rule.
□ they claimed the declaration of independence was not forceful enough.

Explanation:

• Loyalists were often wealthy or had property interests tied to British rule. A break from England could disrupt their property rights (so "They feared a loss of property" is correct).
• They were also concerned that without British authority, there could be unrest and mob rule (so "They were worried about mob rule" is correct).
• Resisting the Intolerable Acts was a Patriot stance, not Loyalist. Loyalists didn't oppose independence to upset France, and the Declaration of Independence was a Patriot document, so Loyalists wouldn't critique its forcefulness in that context.

Answer:

B. They feared a loss of property, D. They were worried about mob rule