Was the declaration of independence intended to be a formal declaration of war? why or why not? a. yes. though fighting preceded the writing, it was intended to be a formal declaration of war. b. no. the war started a year before the declaration of independence was written. c. yes. the declaration of independence formally united the militias of the individual colonies. d. no. there was no need to declare war, as this power had yet to be established.

The correct answer is : B. No. The war started a year before the Declaration of Independence was written.

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the answer that best explains what happened to george washington at fort necessity, pennsylvania is : washington was attacked by the french but was able to negotiate with them to peacefully end fighting. the battle took place on july 3, 1754. the battle is considered as being the start of the french and indian war.