Question

1. which colonial figure presided over the first continental congress?

a. samuel adams

b. peyton randolph

c. john adams

d. george washington

Explanation:

The First Continental Congress was presided over by Peyton Randolph. Samuel Adams was a key figure in the revolution but didn't preside over this congress. John Adams was involved in later events and the Second Continental Congress, and George Washington was a delegate but not the president of the First Continental Congress.

Answer:

b. Peyton Randolph