Second Continental Congress of 1775 Quiz

Who was elected as the president of the Second Continental Congress?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• John Hancock

Which delegate was the only one to openly support independence at the Second Continental Congress?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

What did Benjamin Franklin do upon returning from England?

• He left politics

• He declared his support for independence

• He advocated for reconciliation with Britain

• He continued to support British rule

What was the response of King George III to the petition sent by the Continental Congress?

• He agreed to negotiate

• He ignored the petition

• He rejected it and said blows must decide the ruler

• He sent more troops to America

Who was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Hancock