During the pre-Revolutionary War period, it is often estimated that the American population was approximately divided as follows: about one-third were Patriots, one-third were Loyalists, and one-third were Neutralists. This division can vary in historical accounts, but the general consensus indicates a significant percentage of the population held Loyalist or Neutralist views alongside the Patriots seeking independence. Therefore, the correct answer aligns with the first option: One-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were Neutralists.
During the pre-Revolutionary War period, approximately how was the American population divided among Loyalists, Patriots, and Neutralists?
One-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were Neutralists
Most were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or Neutralists
Two-thirds were Loyalists and one-third were Patriots
Half were Neutralists and the rest were divided between Loyalists and Patriots
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