In 1775,as Conflicts with England Intensified,American Colonists

In 1775,as conflicts with England intensified,American colonists

A) believed England was not willing to engage in military operations against them.
B) made extensive efforts to prepare themselves for war.
C) were deeply divided about what they were fighting for.
D) considered arming slaves to help build up the colonial army.
E) saw their larger population as a key advantage over England.