Question

During the pre-Revolutionary War period, approximately how was the American population divided among Loyalists, Patriots, and Neutralists?(1 point)
Responses

One-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were Neutralists
One-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were Neutralists

Most were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or Neutralists
Most were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or Neutralists

Two-thirds were Loyalists and one-third were Patriots
Two-thirds were Loyalists and one-third were Patriots

Half were Neutralists and the rest were divided between Loyalists and Patriots

Answer 1

During the pre-Revolutionary War period, the American population was generally estimated to be approximately divided into one-third Loyalists, one-third Patriots, and one-third Neutralists. Thus, the correct response is:

**One-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were Neutralists.**