Why did the Continental Congress choose George Washington to lead the Continental Army?

A.
He was the most likeable man in the Congress and the only one with military experience.

B.
He had served as a soldier in the British army and had a reputation as a man of good character.

C.
He had studied in Europe and understood British military tactics.

D.
He had taught military science at Harvard and knew the British officers.

Question

Why did the Continental Congress choose George Washington to lead the Continental Army?	
 
 A.
He was the most likeable man in the Congress and the only one with military experience.
 
 B.
He had served as a soldier in the British army and had a reputation as a man of good character.
 
 C.
He had studied in Europe and understood British military tactics.
 
 D.
He had taught military science at Harvard and knew the British officers.

anonymous · Answer

@CandyCove @CritiC

anonymous · Answer

He used to be in an army that i know of

anonymous · Answer

I think it's A but I'm not sure

mathwizzard3 · Answer

http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/george-washington-assigned-to-lead-the-continental-army This might help