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The first congress of the 12 American colonies requested ________ of Britain to restore their rights.

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King George III
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King James I
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King George II
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King Charles
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Solution

The correct option is A King George III
A congress refers to a formal meeting between members of a group. The first congress of the 12 American colonies requested King George-III of Britain to restore the rights of colonies. The king refused their request and tried to suppress the colonies which resulted in armed clashes between British and American soldiers.

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