What was the purpose of Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty” speech?

to persuade colonial leaders to declare America’s independence

to inform the citizens of Virginia about drastic events in New England

to persuade Virginia legislators to prepare for a war that was inevitable

to accuse those who advocated for peace and patience of treason

Question

What was the purpose of Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty” speech?


		
to persuade colonial leaders to declare America’s independence

		
to inform the citizens of Virginia about drastic events in New England

		
to persuade Virginia legislators to prepare for a war that was inevitable

		
to accuse those who advocated for peace and patience of treason

exoticinspirit · Answer

To persuade Virginia because he wanted to put Virginia in a posture of defense