Jefferson was selected to draft the Declaration of Independence because

A. he volunteered.
B. he was already recognized as a brilliant writer.
C. the other members of the Continental Congress were all busy with other tasks.
D. he believed the colonies' independence should be celebrated with fireworks each year.
E. he was a renowned Virginia newspaperman.


Answer: B

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