Question

why did many quakers remain neutral during the revolutionary war? options: they cared about colonists; they didnt want to lose; they didnt believe in war. additional text: patriots: during the revolutionary war, colonists who wanted their independence from britain were known as patriots. many patriots were willing to fight for their freedom. those (patriots) believed patriots would serve personal freedom by the country.

Explanation:

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) have a pacifist belief, meaning they oppose war and violence. During the Revolutionary War, their religious principles against war led many to remain neutral. The option "They didn't believe in war" aligns with this pacifist stance. The other options ("They cared about colonists" is too vague and not a primary reason for neutrality, "They didn't want to lose" is inconsistent with their principles) are incorrect.

Answer:

The correct option is: "They didn't believe in war" (the third option in the list of choices).