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The Revolution Begins

Question 8 • SD-Early US History A

The Second Continental Congress chose to send the Olive Branch Petition to the king instead of Parliament because

Answer

A

Parliament had passed laws the colonists considered unfair.

B

Parliament had offered to address their complaints.

C

Parliament refused to receive petitions from colonists.

D

Parliament was already on the side of the colonists.

Explanation

The colonists believed Parliament had imposed unfair laws and was responsible for their grievances. By sending the Olive Branch Petition directly to King George III in 1775, they appealed to him to protect their rights and restore peace. Choice A gives the reason they turned to the king rather than Parliament.

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