Toward independence

The olive branch petition
What was it? Many Americans pinned their hopes for peace on king George.
What was the king's response?bring the traitors to justice
What quote embodies the colonists thoughts after the petition? Open and avowed rebellion.

Common sense
Who published it and, basically, what did it say ?Thomas Paine, of more worth is one honest man to society.
Why was it important ?helped persuaded the colonists