declaration of independence

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Who was the primary writer of the Declaration? Options: Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson

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Thomas Jefferson

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What date was the Declaration of Independence signed?

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July 4, 1776

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The Declarations says that people have the right to life, _______, and the pursuit of happiness.

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liberty

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According to the Declaration of Independence, where does government get its power?

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From the people

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Which man signed his name quite large to make a statement?

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John Hancock

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Why was this document written?

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To explain why the colonists wanted to break free from British control.

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Why was signing the Declaration considered dangerous?

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it was considered treason by Britain.

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What is the Preamble in the Declaration?

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the introduction that states why the Declaration is being written and to explain why the colonies must break away from England.

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Who was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence? Options: Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington

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John Hancock

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What concludes the Declaration of Independence?

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delegates' signatures