Which of the following was a reason that loyalists opposed the revolution?(1 point)

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There were no loyalists, all the colonists supported the revolution
There were no loyalists, all the colonists supported the revolution

They wanted the colonists to have more representation in government
They wanted the colonists to have more representation in government

Many were wealthy merchants whose livelihoods depended on Great Britain
Many were wealthy merchants whose livelihoods depended on Great Britain

Many were opposed to the taxes that Great Britain imposed on the colonies

Answer 1

The correct response is:

Many were wealthy merchants whose livelihoods depended on Great Britain.

Loyalists often opposed the revolution because their economic interests were closely tied to British trade and the stability provided by British rule.