American History- A call for Independence

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Since only about a third of colonists were in favor of Independence, he wrote "Common Sense to convince them to side with the colonists favoring independence.

He wrote Virgiania's resolution convincing congress that the colonies must be independent.

Congress tasked him with writing the declaration of Independence

In the scorching summer heat of this city, Jefferson managed to write the declaration.

He suggested minor changed to the declaration.

He also suggested minor changes to the declaration.

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The Declaration began with a ______, or introduction.

Then came the Declaration of _____________

Next came a list of _____. or formal complaints.

Congress approved the declaration on this day in 1776.

The actual signing took place on this day.