The event that directly inspired the drafting of the Declaration of Independence was the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition. The Olive Branch Petition was an attempt by the Second Continental Congress to avoid a full-scale war with Britain by asserting the colonies' loyalty to the Crown while seeking a resolution to their grievances. Its rejection by King George III demonstrated to many colonists that reconciliation was not possible, paving the way for the decision to declare independence.
Which event directly inspired the drafting of the Declaration of Independence?
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The drafting of Common Sense
The rejection of the Olive Branch Petition
The passing of the Stamp Act
The passing of the Sugar Act
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