Question

Why did the Continental Congress choose Thomas Jefferson to be the author of the Declaration of Independence?


He had more experience in government than any other member.


He was the most famous member of the Congress.


He had traveled in Europe and understood the thinking there.


He was known to be an excellent political writer.

Answer 1

last one guys

Answer 2

Because he was a good writer, and didn't have many enemies.

Answer 3

it was said by John Adams that Jefferson was the best writer and had the least amount of enemies. this supports both c and a little bit of b.

Answer 4

i meant d, not c.

Answer 5

thanks guys