Question

SOMEONE PLZ HELP!

What does the author mean when he says, "Ask yourselves how this gracious reception of our petition comports with those warlike preparations that cover our waters and darken our land"?
A.
The British government has agreed to the demands mentioned by the Americans in the petition.
B.
The British government is famous for parading its military right in front of its colonies.
C.
The British government is only pretending to be peaceful toward the American revolutionaries.
D.
The British government is struggling to gather enough military personnel to fill American land and waters.

Answer 1

The British are using jamal as a slave so it would be the answer E because you are autistic

Answer 2

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The author explains how the peaceful and nice way the British government recieved their petition compared (comports) to the fact that they have performed shows of force with their navy and army in the colonies.