In the winter of 1775-1776, the Continental Army fought bloody battles as it tried to invade
Canada. As casualties mounted and Common Sense circulated through the colonies, more
and more cities called for independence from Great Britain.
In July 1776, the Second Continental Congress approved the Declaration of
Independence. What did this document do?

1) offered Great Britain a chance at a peaceful solution
2) created a temporary government for the 13 colonies
3) defined 10 important rights of American citizens
4) created a permanent government for the United States
5) explain why the 13 colonies were separating from Great Britain