Second Continental Congress
What did the colonal leaders argue about in May 1775 the Second Continental Congress?
Independence
What was the name of the pamplet that was released after the events of the Olive Branch Petition?
Common Sense
Who wrote the Decleration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What were the two groups that formed after the Declaration of Independence was made?
Loyalist & Patriots
What was George Washington's age when he assumed leadership?
43
Who wrote the 50-page pamphlet: Common Sense?
Thomas Paine
Who were the two colonies mentioned that favored independence?
North Carolina & Virgina
The Loyalists felt a connection to the king do to them serving as what?
Judges, Counselors, and Governors.
Who made the suggestion for the militiamen to to be called the Continental Army?
John Adams
What year did congress made the decision to appoint Thomas Jefferson to write the Declaration of Independence?
1776
What kind of military experience did George Washington have before?
George Washington served in the French and Indian War.
The Declaration of Independence states that ”all men are created equal,” but this equality didn’t include what groups?
Women, Native Americans, and African Americans.
What was decided regarding the militiamen and who was their leader by the Second Continental Congress?
Militiamen men were called the Continental Army and George Washington was appointed their leader.
What is the Decleration of Independence in your own words?
The Declaration of Independence is a document from 1776, that announced America’s independence from Britain.