Question

Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence

"We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an unwarrantable
jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement here.
We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our
common kindred to disavow these usurpations, which would inevitably interrupt our connections and
correspondence. They too have been deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity. We must, therefore,
acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of
mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends."
Which best describes the colonists' view of their relationship with the British government?
O The colonists have demanded fair treatment from the British government many times, and they believe
separating from Britain is their last resort
The colonists will continue to demand fair treatment from the British government until they receive what they
are asking for
The colonists view the British as friends, and they do not want to rebel against the British government.
The colonists are eager to go to war with the British as punishment for their unjust treatment of the colonies

Answer 1

The colonists have demanded fair treatment from the British government many times, and they believe

separating from Britain is their last resort

Step-by-step explanation:

This answer makes the most sense considering the wording and feelings expressed, and using the facts in this excerpt, this seems to be the most logical solution. I do believe that "The colonists view the British as friends, and they do not want to rebel against the British government." could be correct, but the answer I chose has more supporting details.