Using Source 1, which of the following best explains why Patrick Henry’s speech to the House of Burgesses was important in rallying support for gaining independence from Great Britain?
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It convinced leaders like Benjamin Franklin to support the cause for writing the Olive Branch Petition.
It convinced James Madison, John Jay and Alexander Hamilton to write the Federalists Papers.
It convinced colonists to support the patriot cause despite fears and the possibility of heavy sacrifices.
It convinced the delegates that going to war was disloyal to the King and could cost them their lives.