Question

why did some colonists remain neutral during the american revolution?
o they were pacifists and did not believe in war.
o they had family in britain and wanted to remain loyal to the crown.
o they thought the british would win too easily to bother.
o they were bribed by the continental congress to not join.

Explanation:

Some colonists were pacifists and opposed war on principle. Others had family - ties to Britain and felt loyalty to the Crown. Some also believed the British military superiority was too great for the colonists to realistically win, so they saw no point in getting involved. There is no evidence of mass - bribing by the Continental Congress to keep colonists neutral.

Answer:

They were pacifists and did not believe in war.; They had family in Britain and wanted to remain loyal to the Crown.; They thought the British would win too easily to bother.