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Question 18 • Social Studies 8

What did the colonists promise to do if King George III addressed their complaints in the Olive Branch Petition?

Answer
A
help the king strengthen the British army
B
lay down their weapons
C
volunteer to fight in future British wars
D
reopen the port of Boston

Explanation

The Olive Branch Petition was a final attempt by the colonists to reconcile with King George III. They promised that, if he addressed their grievances, they would end the fighting and lay down their weapons. Therefore, the correct choice is “lay down their weapons.”

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