Answer:
he specific purpose of the declaration was to provide a formal explanation as to why the congress had voted in favor of independence two days before, on July 2, 1776.
It was seen as a basis for the independence of US  since.
 
        
             
        
        
        
Answer:
Looking at the options I think that it would be bad weather.
A.Bad weather
Explanation:
B.Bandits are a hazard and can steal whatever goods a trader has.
C.Damaged roads could be repaired or replaced.
D.Losing animals and livestock would be a big blow to the economy because they provide the food we need.
 
        
                    
             
        
        
        
Answer: Columbus thought he had discovered India.
Explanation:
This was actually a surprising factor because after discovering America, it turned out that Columbus all along thought he had discovered India. That is why the native population was called Indians. After the first expedition, Columbus visited America twice more. The original expedition sailed to the Bahamas, and the next two led by Columbus ended up in Cuba and Haiti.