Who was the person primarily responsible for the drafting of the Declaration of Independence?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) George Washington
C) Benjamin Franklin
D) James Madison
E) Thomas Paine

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Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. He was chosen by the Continental Congress to draft this important document due to his clear writing style and strong beliefs in individual liberty and democracy. While others provided input and edits, the majority of the document is Jefferson's own work.

Who Was the Person Primarily Responsible for the Drafting of the Declaration