The purpose of the petition sent to King George III by the First Continental Congress was to A. request a place in Parliament fo
r colonial delegates. B. declare the right to bear arms in pursuit of liberty. C. request that the king consider granting independence to the established colonies. D. declare their right to approve laws passed by Parliament on behalf of the colonies
D) Declare their right to approve laws passed by Parliament on behalf of the colonies
Explanation:
The Congress had two main achievements. The first was a contract among the Territories to boycott British goods starting on December 1, 1774. The West Indies were frightened with a boycott unless the islands favored to non-importation of British assets. On December 1, 1774, the Continental Association was formed to boycott all communication with British goods. By changing the financial penalties put on the colonials, the members believed Britain would cancel its offensive Acts.
The Petition was calling for a repeal of the Coercive Acts, such as the Stamp Act, which effectively imposed taxes on the inhabitants of the colonies. The best answer is D. although this might not be the best way to summarize this petition.
