Question

Which of the following documents was drafted on July 6th, 1775, and warned the king that if the situation was not resolved with Great Britain, independence would be the result?

A. The Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms
B. The Olive Branch Petition
C. The Declaration of Rights and Grievances
D. The Proclamation of Rebellion

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. The Olive Branch Petition

The Olive Branch Petition was drafted by John Dickinson and adopted by the Second Continental Congress before submission to King George. It was aimed at asserting the rights of the colonists while maintaining their loyalty to the Crown