Question

After the Continental Congress voted for independence on July 1, 1776, why did Edward Rutledge of South Carolina ask that another vote be taken the next day?

A. to covince delegates from other colonies to vote against independence


B. to be sure the vote was recorded accurately to gain the public trust


C. to ensure that delegates not present during the initial vote could offer their support

D. After the Continental Congress voted for independence on July 1, 1776, why did Edward Rutledge of South Carolina ask that another vote be taken the next day?

Answer 1

The answer would be c

Answer 2

Answer: C. To ensure that delegates not present during the initial vote could offer their support

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