Question

The delegates to the Second Continental Congress chose George Washington as commander in chief because

A) he was the most radical and outspoken proponent of Independence
B) he had distinguished himself as a brilliant strategist during the Seven Years' War
C) they wanted to show England that there was commitment to war outside New England
D) he had curried favor with many of the most influential delegates

Answer 1

D) he had curried favor with many of the most influential delegates