What would have happened to the signers of the Declaration if they were captured by Great Britain?

Question

A. Great Britain would have let them go home with no punishment.
B. Great Britain would have thanked them for rebelling against them.
• C. Great Britain would have confiscated their property, taken all of their money,
and then executed them.

Answer 1

C. Great Britain would have confiscated their property, taken all of their money, and then executed them.

The signers of the Declaration of Independence were committing an act of treason against the British Crown. If they had been captured, it is likely they would have faced severe punishment, which could have included execution, as well as confiscation of their property and assets. The stakes were incredibly high, and they risked everything by openly declaring their independence.