Declaration of Independence

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What is the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To establish a national government

Front

Which section of the Declaration of Independence contains the famous phrase 'all men are created equal'?

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Preamble

Front

What are the natural rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

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According to the Declaration of Independence, where do governments derive their power from?

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The consent of the governed

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What does it mean to 'alter' a government?

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To change it

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What is the significance of the phrase 'no taxation without representation'?

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It was a call for representation in Parliament.

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What were some of the grievances listed against King George III in the Declaration of Independence? Options: Forbidding the passing of laws, Imposing taxes without consent, Suspending legislatures, All of the above

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All of the above

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What does the Declaration of Independence state about the right to alter or abolish a government?

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It is the right of the people

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What does the term 'despotism' refer to in the context of the Declaration of Independence?

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An evil and oppressive government

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What did the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence signify?

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The establishment of a new government