Which answer best expresses the reasons the Second Continental Congress proposed declaring independence? (4 points)

Congress was frustrated by the results of the battles at Lexington and Concord. They also wanted to reject the Olive Branch Petition.
Congress was inspired by their chances to win a war with Washington as their commander. They also were trying to inspire the colonists to be independent.
Congress was frustrated by the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition. They also saw the growing move toward independence among the colonists.
Congress was inspired by the patriotic words of Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams. They thought these men would write a great declaration

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The answer that best expresses the reasons the Second Continental Congress proposed declaring independence is:

Congress was frustrated by the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition. They also saw the growing move toward independence among the colonists.

To arrive at this answer, let's analyze the options:

1. Congress was frustrated by the results of the battles at Lexington and Concord. They also wanted to reject the Olive Branch Petition.
This statement mentions frustration with the battles at Lexington and Concord, but it does not directly address the reasons for proposing independence.

2. Congress was inspired by their chances to win a war with Washington as their commander. They also were trying to inspire the colonists to be independent.
This statement mentions inspiration by the chances of winning a war and inspiring colonists but does not mention frustration with the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition or the growing move toward independence.

3. Congress was frustrated by the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition. They also saw the growing move toward independence among the colonists.
This statement mentions frustration with the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition, which was a diplomatic attempt to reconcile with Britain, and acknowledges Congress's awareness of the growing move toward independence among the colonists. Therefore, this is a more accurate expression of their reasons.

4. Congress was inspired by the patriotic words of Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams. They thought these men would write a great declaration.
This statement mentions inspiration from the words of influential figures like Jefferson, Franklin, and Adams, but it does not mention frustration with the Olive Branch Petition or the growing move toward independence.

In summary, option 3 is the best answer because it acknowledges Congress's frustration with the rejection of the Olive Branch Petition and their recognition of the increasing desire for independence among the colonists.