What was the significance of Dunmore’s proclamation?(1 point)

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It offered enslaved Africans freedom in exchange for supporting the Loyalists during the American Revolution.
It offered enslaved Africans freedom in exchange for supporting the Loyalists during the American Revolution.

It guaranteed representation in Parliament for all Loyalists who defended the British government.
It guaranteed representation in Parliament for all Loyalists who defended the British government.

It offered enslaved Africans freedom in exchange for supporting the Patriots during the American Revolution.
It offered enslaved Africans freedom in exchange for supporting the Patriots during the American Revolution.

It laid out the Patriots’ motivations for the American Revolution.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It offered enslaved Africans freedom in exchange for supporting the Loyalists during the American Revolution.

Dunmore's Proclamation, issued by John Murray, the Earl of Dunmore, in 1775, promised freedom to enslaved people who would join the British forces and fight against the American Patriots. This action was significant because it aimed to undermine the colonial economy and bolster British military strength during the conflict.