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The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence

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History

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Jefferson stated that people have the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Back

natural rights

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

From the Consent of the Governed

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the importance of the first section, the Introduction?

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Back

States why it is being written, which was to break away from Britain.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the importance of the second section, the Preamble?

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Back

States that people have rights that cannot be taken away and the purpose of a government.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the importance of the 3rd Section, Grievances: Justification for Independence?

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Back

General statement of why the colonies are just in declaring independence

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

To whom were the signers writing this "break-up letter"? Options: The world, King George, George Washington, One Republic & Timabland

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Back

King George

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