Why was Thomas Jefferson chosen by the Philadelphia Congress to draft the Declaration of Independence?
A) his knowledge of the law
B) his experience as an outspoken proponent of independence since 1775
C) his status as a representative of Virginia who could balance regional interests
D) his relative unimportance and aversion to controversy
E) his reputation as a brilliant writer
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