5. Which was the first step that the Second Continental Congress took in preparation for war? a. forming an army
b. electing a commander
c. forming a navy
d. printing paper money

The answer is A, Forming an army.

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the main reason that the constitution did not proclaim all men to be free and equal is because of the issue of slavery.

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