The Declaration of Independence
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Who became the author of the Declaration of Independence when John Adams declined?

  • Congress
  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson (correct)
  • David McCullough
  • What percentage of the members of Congress were opposed to separation?

  • 30%
  • 10%
  • 40%
  • 20% (correct)
  • Why was the Declaration of Independence necessary for the colonies?

  • To seek reconciliation with Britain
  • To declare war on Great Britain
  • To obtain foreign aid (correct)
  • To keep fighting
  • What was the purpose of the Declaration of Rights and Grievances authored by John Adams?

    <p>To seek reconciliation with Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Thomas Jefferson borrow some of the content for the Declaration of Independence from?

    <p>Other declarations and pamphlets</p> Signup and view all the answers

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