Why did Jefferson list specific grievances against George Ill?

(1 point)
• to allow debate over which complaints were important
• to encourage the support of other nations
• to give George Ill a chance to address the complaints
to show why the colonies had the right to rebel

1 answer

Jefferson listed specific grievances against George III to show why the colonies had the right to rebel. This was a crucial part of the Declaration of Independence, as it provided evidence of the injustices the colonists faced and justified their decision to seek independence from British rule.