The Second Continental Congress and the Battle of Bunker Hill

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Who did the Second Continental Congress choose as the leader of the colonial army in June 1775?

George Washington

What happened during the Battle of Bunker Hill in June 1775?

The patriots killed many British soldiers

What did the Olive Branch Petition, sent in July 1775, aim to achieve?

Affirm loyalty to Great Britain

Who declared the rebels as 'open and avowed enemies' in response to the Olive Branch Petition?

<p>King George</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' that attacked the British monarchy?

<p>Thomas Paine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition sent in July 1775?

<p>To request King George to intervene and avoid full-scale war</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the Declaration of Independence issued?

<p>July 4th</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did King George III declare the rebels as in response to the Olive Branch Petition?

<p>Open and avowed enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who led the colonial army during the Battle of Bunker Hill in June 1775?

<p>William Prescott</p> Signup and view all the answers

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