Fill in the blanks to complete the paragraph about American history.
The Declaration of Independence was signed in the year
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Excellent! You have correctly identified the key facts about the Declaration of Independence. This foundational document established the principles of American democracy and marked the birth of a new nation.
+Correct! The Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Not quite. Review the timeline of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. Consider when the Continental Congress met and how many colonies participated in the independence movement.
+Incorrect. Consider the key dates of the American Revolution.
+Correct! The Continental Congress met in Philadelphia.
+Incorrect. Think about where the Continental Congress convened in Pennsylvania.
+Correct! There were thirteen original colonies.
+Incorrect. Review how many colonies participated in the independence movement.