What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

Question

What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

(1 point)
Responses

to declare war on England

to raise a colonial army

to declare allegiance to the King of England

to convince France to enter the war

Answer 1

to declare allegiance to the King of England

Answer 2

The purpose of the Olive Branch Petition was to convince King George III of England to address the grievances of the American colonies and restore peace. It was not intended to declare war, raise an army, or declare allegiance to the King. Additionally, the petition did not have the objective of convincing France to enter the war.