How does the event described in this headline demonstrate the American policy of containment in the early years of the Cold War?
A. The United States encouraged other countries to attack the Soviet
Union.
B. The United States provided aid to combat communist forces.
C. The United States invested funds to spur European economic
recovery.
D. The United States spread capitalism by establishing formal
alliances.

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!