While George Washington played a very important role as a leader during the American Revolution and became the first president, he was not the only person involved in building the colonies or founding the United States. Many different groups and individuals contributed, including the Native Americans who lived here long before the colonies were established, European settlers who came from various nations, and many important figures like Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin who helped shape the country's ideas and government.
Answer this question using full and complete sentences. Imagine that your younger sibling who is about 6 years old says that the United States was founded by George Washington and no one else was involved in building the colonies that led to the establishment of the United States. Explain to your sibling why they are incorrect, and be sure to include the various groups that contributed to the founding of the country. answer this in 2 sentences
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answer as a 11 year old
You’re kinda wrong because George Washington didn’t do it all by himself. There were lots of other people involved, like the Native Americans who lived here first, the settlers from different countries, and important guys like Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin who helped write the rules for our country!