What happened last? A. The Declaration of Independence was issued
B. The Second Continental Congress met
C. July 5, 1776
D. The Articles of Confederation was adopted

The Second Continental Congress assumed the normal functions of a government, appointing ambassadors, issuing paper currency, raising the Continental Army through conscription, and appointing generals to lead the army. The powers of the Congress were still very limited, however.

the declaration of independence was issued

the first two years of american revolution was not very encouraging for the patriots since the british were far superior in sea power, arms and troops.