Political issues were at the root of the American Revolution. These issues ranged from the colonists' protest of "no taxation without representation" to the English government's imposition of strict policies and laws against the colonists in an effort to maintain control of the territory. Although it was dangerous to speak out against the king, there were several brave American colonists who risked the possibility of imprisonment or even being put to death.

As the possibility of war increased, American colonists found themselves split on the issue of whether or not to become an independent country, or to stay loyal to the mother country. Eventually, the colonists split into two groups, the patriots and the loyalists.

Who said what?

In this activity, you will read the following quotes and determine if it is something that a patriot or loyalist might say. Select the best answer.