The original stated purpose of the Annapolis Convention in September 1786 was
a. to abolish the Articles of Confederation and form a new government.
b. to discuss interstate commerce.
c. to declare independence from England and King George III.
d. to declare war on England.
e. to elect the first president of the United States.
ANS: B
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