Question

question 16
what was the purpose of the first continental congress?
a. to declare independence from great britain and write a new constitution
b. to find a peaceful solution to the conflict between britain and its colonies
c. to establish a new legislative body that would make laws for all colonies
d. to plan the sneak attack that became known as the boston tea party

Explanation:

• Option A: Declaring independence and writing a new constitution was the purpose of the Second Continental Congress (and the Declaration of Independence, later the Articles of Confederation/Constitution), not the First Continental Congress.
• Option B: The First Continental Congress was called to address the growing tensions between Britain and the colonies (due to acts like the Intolerable Acts) and sought a peaceful resolution, such as boycotting British goods and presenting grievances.
• Option C: The First Continental Congress did not establish a new legislative body to make laws for all colonies; it was more of a consultative and protest - oriented gathering.
• Option D: The Boston Tea Party was a separate event organized by the Sons of Liberty, not planned by the First Continental Congress.

Answer:

B. to find a peaceful solution to the conflict between Britain and its colonies