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As to the question of whether the 13 colonies could have declared independence if they weren't unanimous, answers will vary. Most might state that independence would be difficult without the support of all thirteen colonies, but some might say independence without consensus was still possible. For instance, colonies that objected could be absorbed into Canada or find a way to peacefully co-exist with those that seceded.
If the colonists declared independence from Great Britain, they stood to lose protection from the British military, which could leave them vulnerable to attacks from other countries or Native American tribes. Additionally, they could lose access to British trade networks and markets, impacting their economy and ability to import goods.
At the formal start of the American War for Independence, the Battles of Lexington and Concord led to support for the independence movement for several reasons. For one thing, the Lexington battle demonstrated yet again the British willingness to shed American blood, and this galvanized many Americans. For another thing, the American victory at Concord inspired confidence in many Americans that the British could be beaten in a war.
It was the first document in the colonies to openly declare independence from Great Britain and promote it. APEX--it was the first very popular work to advocate independence from the king and from Parliament
Declaration of Independence