What characteristic defines the historical era shown by the timeline?
1776
Continental Congress issues
Declaration of Independence.
1781
1783
1787
1790
1791
Articles of Confederation establish
the government of the United States.
American Revolution ends.
Federal Convention passes the
U.S. Constitution.
North Carolina becomes the 13th
state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
Congress passes the first ten
amendments as the Bill of Rights.
O A. The escalation of conflict with Britain
OB. The pursuit of territorial expansion
OC. The development of revolutionary ideals
D. The formation of government
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