Elizabeth is a wealthy woman from New York City. Her husband's business earns tremendous wealth and honor for the family. She frequently claims to be related to several members of the
House of Lords in the British Parliament. Elizabeth worries about the amount of violence being
committed by mobs of men called the Sons of Liberty. She and her husband fear that their
wealth and their connections to Britain may cause them to be targets of the mob.
a. What can you tell me about Elizabeth?
b. If I asked you to decide where she would stand on the colonies declaring their
independence from Britain, what would you decide? Explain your choice.