What is one reason why the author stated he did not want to write the first draft of the Declaration of Independence?

a. He had not been in Congress for long.

b. He was not popular

c. He was afraid of offending the king

d. He did not believe its message

The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "b. He was not popular." One reason why the author stated that he did not want to write the first draft of the Declaration of Independence is that he was not popular. The Declaration of Independence was one of the most important reason behind United States becoming successful in removing the British rule.