What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

Question

(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

The purpose of the Olive Branch Petition was to declare allegiance to the King of England. It was an attempt by the American colonists to assert their rights while still wanting to maintain peace and avoid further conflict with Britain.