Question

when was independence from britain first officially proposed?

april, 1775

july, 1781

june, 1776

Explanation:

Identify the historical event of official proposal

The question asks when independence from Britain was first officially proposed to the continental leadership. This refers to the introduction of a formal resolution for independence.

Analyze the historical timeline

On June 7, 1776, Richard Henry Lee of Virginia officially introduced a resolution (the Lee Resolution) to the Second Continental Congress proposing that the colonies declare independence from Great Britain.

Evaluate the given options

• April, 1775: Marks the Battles of Lexington and Concord, beginning armed conflict but not an official proposal of independence.
• July, 1781: Near the end of the Revolutionary War (Battle of Yorktown occurred in October 1781), long after independence was declared.
• June, 1776: Aligns with the introduction of the Lee Resolution on June 7, 1776, which was the first official proposal.

Answer:

• (A) April, 1775
• (B) July, 1781
• (C) June, 1776 (Correct answer)