The First Fourth of July

Who did General Washington say were arriving in large numbers, posing a threat?

• The French

• The Hessians

• The Spanish

• The British

What was the main purpose of issuing a Declaration of Independence according to the discussions?

• To start a war

• To change public opinion

• To create peace

• To gain French support

Who was initially reluctant but eventually tasked with writing the Declaration of Independence?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Dickinson

• Benjamin Franklin

What was the result of the vote on the independence resolution?

• It was divided

• It was rejected

• It was unanimous

• It was postponed

What did the Declaration of Independence aim to achieve according to the discussions?

• Form new trade agreements

• Establish new colonies

• Gain popular support for independence

• Create a new monarchy