Question

1. when did the second continental congress convene, and what major event had already begun by that time? 6. what was the name of the colonial fighting force created by congress in june 1775, and who was appointed its commander?

Explanation:

The Second Continental Congress convened on May 10, 1775. By that time, the American Revolutionary War had already begun with the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. In June 1775, Congress created the Continental Army and appointed George Washington as its commander.

Answer:

1. The Second Continental Congress convened on May 10, 1775. The American Revolutionary War had already begun.
2. The colonial fighting - force was the Continental Army and George Washington was appointed its commander.