Declaration of Independence

Front

Which argument most logically follows from Jefferson's expressed ideas in the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Any form of government that suppresses people's freedoms should be overthrown.

Front

From the Declaration of Independence, what can a reader infer about Jefferson's general attitude toward revolution? Options: Revolution is a method of last resort, All cases of injustice justify a revolution, People often revolt as their first course of action, Revolution is a very poor way of dealing with conflict.

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Revolution is a method of last resort.

Front

Which statements best describes the way Britain harmed the American economy, according to the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Britain imposed illegal taxes on the colonies and cut off America's international trade.

Front

In the Declaration of Independence, what does Jefferson mean when he says that the king has "refused his assent to laws... necessary for the public"?

Back

The king has not allowed changes that would benefit the colonists.

Front

Who is the best example of someone who demonstrates tyranny?

• a rebel
• a dictator
• a member
• a challenger

Back

a dictator

Front

If you acquiesce to a plan, what is most likely true?

Back

You go along with it despite your reluctance.

Front

If you claim that someone's actions lacked rectitude, how do you think the person most likely behaved?

Back

dishonestly

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, what is the main purpose of a nation's government?

Back

to see that people's basic rights are protected

Front

Which quotation from the Declaration of Independence best supports the main purpose of a nation's government?

Back

...[To] secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed...

Front

What is the central idea put forth in the Declaration of Independence?

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The American colonies are justified in rejecting British rule and setting up a new government.