The Declaration of Independence

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What was the main impact of Common Sense in the colonies?

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It persuaded many colonists that the time had come to declare independence.

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In terms of leading the colonial militia, how did John Adams' suggestion differ from that of his fellow men in the Second Continental Congress?

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Adams suggested that the colonies form a continental army and that their leader represent all colonies, not just New England.

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The purpose of the Olive Branch Petition was to persuade...

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King George to make peace with the colonies.

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Based on his actions, you could infer that, during the time of the Olive Branch Petition, King George III....

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had his mind already made up about the actions of the Patriot colonists and what he would do about it.

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In 1776, the British withdrew from Boston after...

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seeing cannons aimed down on them from nearby Dorchester Heights