By late spring of 1776, most members of Congress
A) Desired a declaration of independence or thought it inevitable.
B) Hoped for reconciliation with Parliament and the king.
C) Left Philadelphia believing that the Congress would never declare independence.
D) Thought the benefits of membership in the British Empire outweighed the negative impact of taxation without representation.

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By late spring of 1776, most members of Congress desired a declaration of independence or thought it inevitable. This is evidenced by the fact that on June 7, 1776, Richard Henry Lee introduced a resolution in Congress stating that "these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States." This resolution was seconded by John Adams and a committee was appointed to draft a formal declaration of independence.

By Late Spring of 1776, Most Members of Congress