In 1776, Delegates to the Second Continental Congress Appointed a Committee

question 10

Essay

In 1776, delegates to the Second Continental Congress appointed a committee to draft a document that would state their list of grievances and articulate their intention to seek independence. List the writers of the Declaration of Independence, and name the primary writer and the reasons for (and objections to) his prominence. Discuss the philosophies and theories embodied in this revolutionary document.

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Definitions:

Same-Gender Couples

Romantic or sexual partnerships between two individuals of the same sex, increasingly recognized in the context of legal rights, marriage, and family planning.

Ego Transcendence

The psychological state in which an individual surpasses their own self-focused needs and desires, often leading to a sense of connection with a larger reality.

Physical Limitations

Restrictions on someone's physical activities and abilities, which can be due to injury, disability, or health conditions.

Life Span

The maximum length of time that a living organism or species can expect to live or exist under optimal conditions.