Asked by Sweet Hearted on May 17, 2024
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Which armed group was defeated by the colony's militia at the 1771 Battle of Alamance?
A) the Sons of Liberty
B) the Regulators
C) the Paxton Boys
D) the Association
E) the Rangers
Battle of Alamance
A pre-American Revolutionary War conflict in 1771 between local militia and a group of rebels known as Regulators in North Carolina, symbolizing growing colonial unrest.
Regulators
Individuals or bodies that control, monitor, or supervise specific activities or industries, ensuring compliance with laws and standards for the public good.
Sons of Liberty
A group of American patriots during the late 18th century, known for their radical actions against the British tax policies leading to the American Revolution.
- Acknowledge the approaches adopted by the colonists in responding to British authority.
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Zayna QaqieshMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Regulators were defeated by the colony's militia at the 1771 Battle of Alamance. This group was involved in the Regulator Movement, which was a North Carolina uprising, challenging the colonial government's corruption and abuse of power.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the approaches adopted by the colonists in responding to British authority.