Question

Which of the following best finishes this statement? (U2.3) TEKS - 1(A), 19(B) 25 (A) (1 point) After the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence The colonists without approval from the British government. :; took control of the oceans surrounding North America :: could set up trade agreements with other countries :: loyalists were finally free to travel outside the colonies # King George III agreed that America was an independent nation and ceased fighting $ foreign countries like France and Spain could recognize America as a separate country from Britain # the office of president was created to develop the laws across the new country

Answer 1

The best completion for the statement is: foreign countries like France and Spain could recognize America as a separate country from Britain.

This option accurately reflects the significance of the Declaration of Independence, as it allowed the colonies to seek support and recognition from other nations, which was crucial for their success in the Revolutionary War and establishing themselves as an independent nation.