How did King George III's rejection of the "Olive Branch" petition sent by the First Continental Congress impact British relations with the colonies after July 1775?
A) The Continental Congress declared war on the British government.
B) British troops were given the authority to arrest Patriots and seize their property.
C) Great numbers of Loyalists decided to become Patriots instead.
D) Those who supported independence believed that reconciliation was no longer possible.
D
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