Which document was adopted by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, outlining the grievances against King George III?
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Correct answer: The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was primarily written by Thomas Jefferson. It served as a formal explanation of why the colonies had the right to break away from British rule and form their own nation.
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