Question

which document ended the american revolution and recognizes the former british colonies as an independent nation?
a common sense
b treaty of paris of 1783
c treaty of paris of 1763
d declaration of independence

Explanation:

The Treaty of Paris of 1783 ended the American Revolution. It was a peace treaty between Great Britain and the United States. This treaty recognized the former British colonies (the United States) as an independent nation.

• Common Sense (A) was a pamphlet by Thomas Paine that encouraged colonists to seek independence but did not end the revolution or formally recognize independence.
• The Treaty of Paris of 1763 (C) ended the French and Indian War (Seven Years' War) and had nothing to do with the American Revolution.
• The Declaration of Independence (D) declared the colonies' intention to be independent from Britain in 1776 but did not end the war or secure formal recognition of independence from Britain.

Answer:

B. Treaty of Paris of 1783