The First Continental Congress

question 39

Multiple Choice

The First Continental Congress

• A) was attended by delegates from all of the thirteen colonies.
• B) adopted a moderate proposal for establishing colonial home rule under British direction.
• C) made a ringing declaration of America's independence from Britain.
• D) called for a complete boycott of British goods.
• E) brought George Washington to the fore as the most prominent anti-British radical.

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