Answer :

They were citizens of whichever country they originated from, under British rule. If they were born here, they were British citizens, as they were born in a British colony.

Answer:  The correct answer is : They were defined as British citizens

 

Explanation: There are 13 colonies considered very important until they became independent were colonies of England over the United States. All the colonies had similarities in the political and legal systems. The settlers made requests for protection of their rights as English.