Who were the United Empire Loyalists?
Why This Is the Correct Answer
United Empire Loyalists were settlers who fled the United States to Canada during the American Revolution (1775-1783) because they wished to remain loyal to the British Crown.
Study Tip
The United Empire Loyalists were individuals who had a specific connection to the British Empire, and their migration to Canada was a result of a significant historical event. They were primarily from a country that was involved in a major conflict with the British at the time.
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This question is from the Who We Are section of the Canadian citizenship test. The test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official Discover Canada study guide. You need to score at least 75% (15 out of 20 correct) to pass.
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