Patriots and Loyalists
Causes and Slogans
KEY PEOPLE & POLITICAL MESSAGES
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
IMPACT ON CANADA
100

Who supported Britain and wanted to remain loyal to the King?

Loyalists

100

What does the slogan “No taxation without representation” mean?

Colonists should not be taxed without having elected representatives in government

100

Who led the American forces during the Revolution?

George Washington

100

What important holiday is celebrated on July 4th in the USA?

Independence Day

100

What was the Loyalist Migration?

Loyalists fleeing to British colonies during and after the war

200

Who supported rebellion and wanted independence from Britain?

Patriots

200

Which war left Britain in heavy debt?

7 years war

200

Which group of people remained neutral during the American Revolution for religious reasons?

German Mennonites

200

What does the Fourth of July represent?

Independence from Britain

200

Name two groups that migrated to Canada as Loyalists.

British Loyalists, Black Loyalists, Haudenosaunee, German Mennonites

300

Which group shouted “God Save the King!”

Loyalists

300

Why did Britain decide to tax the Thirteen Colonies?

To pay off war debt

300

What was the main purpose of political messages during the American Revolution?

To persuade people to choose a side

300

How did the ideas in the Declaration influence other revolutions around the world?

It inspired people to fight for rights, equality, and independence

300

What were Loyalists promised for moving to Canada?

Land and freedom

400

Which group used the slogan “We want freedom!”

Patriots

400

What event showed that protests were turning violent?

Boston Massacre

400

Why are political messages important during times of conflict?

They shape public opinion, unite supporters, and influence decisions

400

Name one key idea from the Declaration of Independence.

Rights cannot be taken away / All men are created equal / Citizens must defend their rights

400

How did the War shape Canada’s identity?

It united different groups (Canadiens, British Canadians, First Nations) to fight a common enemy

500

This group often faced violence from neighbours and started to flee to another country.

Loyalists - to Canada (Quebec and Nova Scotia)

500

Put this cause-and-effect chain in order:
New country -> War -> Taxes -> Violence ->Protests

Taxes → Protests → Violence → War → New country

500

What does the slogan “We want freedom!” reveal about colonists’ feelings?

They felt controlled, unfairly treated, and wanted independence

500

What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

1776

500

Why were Canadiens concerned about the arrival of Loyalists?

They feared losing their language, culture, and rights

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