When the Second Continental Congress Met in 1775

question 14

Multiple Choice

When the Second Continental Congress met in 1775

• A) its members felt a strong desire for independence.
• B) it cut off communications with the British government.
• C) it continued to stall on the creation of an army and navy.
• D) there was no well-defined sentiment for independence.
• E) the conservative element was weakened.

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