the ____________ was formed to address grievances of the colonists
The American Revolution, Page 11. Formation of the Continental Congress. In a response to the Intolerable Acts, the Continental Congress formed in Philadelphia in 1774. The Congress would address any grievances of the colonists.Fifty-five male delegates from twelve of the colonies made up the Congress. John Adams emerged as a leader of the Congress.Other leaders of the group were Samuel Adams, George Washington, and Patrick Henry.ormation of the Continental Congress. In a response to the Intolerable Acts, the Continental Congress formed in Philadelphia in 1774. The Congress would address any grievances of the colonists.