Declaration of Independence Flashcard

Front

What effect did Common Sense have in the colonies?

Back

It persuaded many colonists that America should be independent.

Front

What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

Back

to ask King George to make peace with the colonies.

Front

Why was the Declaration of Independence written?

Back

to explain why the colonies were separating from Great Britain

Front

How do natural rights, as described in the Declaration of Independence, differ from other rights?

Back

People are born with natural rights.

Front

According to Thomas Jefferson, the power to rule comes from____________.

Back

the governed.

Front

Why did Thomas Jefferson say that King George III was an unfit ruler?

Back

He denied the colonists their rights.

Front

Which statement best describes the role of government according to the Declaration of Independence?

Back

The main purpose of government is to protect the unalienable rights of individuals.

Front

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

Thomas Jefferson when writing the Declaration of Independence, was inspired by this famous Enlightenment philosopher? Options: William Penn, Roger Sherman, John Locke, Robert Livingston

Back

John Locke

Front

What was the date that the Declaration of Independence was signed? Options: July 4, 1776, July 2, 1776, July 4, 1787, July 2, 1775

Back

July 4, 1776