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The purpose of the petition sent to King George III by the First Continental Congress was to

A. declare their right to approve laws passed by Parliament on behalf of the colonies.
B. declare the right to bear arms in pursuit of liberty.
C. request that the king consider granting independence to the established colonies.
D. request a place in Parliament for colonial delegates.

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C. request that the king consider granting independence to the established colonies.

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