HISET Social Studies Practice

What was the Continental Congress?

1. A military strategy during the American Revolution

2. An assembly of delegates from the rebel colonies

3. A law passed by the British Parliament

4. A treaty signed to end the American Revolution

The correct answer is: An assembly of delegates from the rebel colonies

The Continental Congress was indeed an assembly of delegates from the rebel colonies, representing the American colonies' interests and decisions during a crucial period leading up to and during the American Revolution. Convened in 1774, this assembly played a pivotal role in coordinating the colonies’ response to British policies and actions, ultimately leading to the declaration of independence from British rule. It served not only as the governing body for the colonies during the revolution but also laid the groundwork for what would later become the United States government. The other options do not accurately represent the Continental Congress's role or function. The Continental Congress was not a single military strategy, nor was it a legal enactment by the British Parliament. Additionally, it was not a treaty that ended hostilities, as treaties typically arise after negotiations that resolve conflicts, rather than being a part of the initial wartime governance and coordination among the colonies.