Who were the Loyalists?

• A. They were for Puritanism
• B. They supported independence
• C. They were Catholic supporters
• D. They were for Anglicanism

Answer: (D)

Loyalists were colonists who remained loyal to the British Crown during the American Revolution. A key aspect of their identity for many was their connection to Anglicanism, the Church of England, which served as the established church in several colonies and supported the authority of the Crown. This faith and institutional ties helped shape their political stance in favor of continuing allegiance to Britain. In contrast, those who supported independence tended to align with groups like the Puritans or other Patriot factions, and Catholics, while present, were not the defining marker of Loyalists. So, identifying Loyalists with Anglicanism reflects their typical association with the established church and loyalty to Britain.