The Colonists Began Using the Word American to Describe Themselves

question 50

Multiple Choice

The colonists began using the word American to describe themselves:

• A) after writing the Articles of Confederation.
• B) when the Pilgrims arrived in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
• C) after adopting the Declaration of Independence.
• D) after the conclusion of the Seven Years' War.
• E) when the British Parliament refused to repeal the Stampact.

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