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What was the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
What was the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
Which notable figure was appointed to draft the Declaration of Independence?
Which notable figure was appointed to draft the Declaration of Independence?
What was a significant compromise made during the drafting of the Declaration of Independence?
What was a significant compromise made during the drafting of the Declaration of Independence?
What type of government was established under the Articles of Confederation?
What type of government was established under the Articles of Confederation?
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When did the Articles of Confederation come into effect?
When did the Articles of Confederation come into effect?
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In what year did King George III recognize the United States as an independent nation?
In what year did King George III recognize the United States as an independent nation?
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What issue did the newly established government under the Articles face?
What issue did the newly established government under the Articles face?
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What was the outcome of the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
What was the outcome of the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
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Which document formed the initial governing law for the newly independent states?
Which document formed the initial governing law for the newly independent states?
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What was the main focus of Jefferson's argument in the Declaration of Independence?
What was the main focus of Jefferson's argument in the Declaration of Independence?
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Study Notes
Second Continental Congress
- Patriots called for a Second Continental Congress in May.
- George Washington was made commander of the new Continental Army.
- Congress sent a peace proposal to King George.
Declaration of Independence
- Congress formed committees to handle important tasks.
- Five delegates wrote the Declaration of Independence.
- Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration.
- Jefferson convinced colonists of the need for independence.
- Included ideas of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness.
- Governments exist to protect rights, not infringe on them.
- Colonists' rights were taken, so separation from Britain was necessary.
Debate and Compromise
- Congress debated Jefferson's points.
- Strong words against slavery were removed.
- Other compromises occurred.
- Declaration of Independence approved on July 4, 1776
- Washington's army fought in the war
Articles of Confederation
- In 1781, British troops surrendered.
- Congress approved the Articles of Confederation.
- Document outlining government for the colonies.
- The United States was created as a confederation of separate states.
- States held more power than a central government.
Recognition of Independence
- King George recognized the nation's independence in 1783.
- The newly formed government had issues with states not agreeing.
Revolution's Conclusion
- The revolution ended.
- Constitutional Convention happened in 1787 to create the new system of government.
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This quiz explores the Second Continental Congress, the writing of the Declaration of Independence, and the early debates over its contents. Learn about the key figures involved and the pivotal moments that led to America's quest for independence. Test your knowledge on the impacts of these historical events on the formation of the United States.
