Which action was taken by the leaders of the thirteen colonies in 1776? F
Ratifying the U. S. Constitution
G Writing the Articles of Confederation
H Announcing independence from Britain
J
Establishing three branches of government

Correct answers are:

G. Writing the Articles of Confederation

H. Announcing independence from Britain

Explanation:

F is not correct as Constitution was mostly ratified in 1791.

The first draft Articles of Confederation was presented in July of 1776. That is why option G is correct.

H is correct as independence from Britain was proclaimed on July 4, 1776.

J is not correct as branches were established after the war that ended in 1783.