After early colonial losses to the British in New York,
General Washington withdrew his troops to Pennsylvania.
the colonies ratified the Declaration of Independence.
the Continental army set up headquarters at Fort Lee.
General Washington set up headquarters in New Jersey.

newly independent countries of the former ussr

the national congress's powers over the states were specific and definite: it had the sole power to negotiate treaties, declare war, and make peace. all powers not granted to congress were reserved for state governments. congress had no power to levy taxes, for example.

the correct answer is c) colonies were taking active steps to resist british laws.