Understanding the Declaration of Independence
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Social Studies
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4th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was one of the main reasons the American colonies wanted independence from Britain?
Back
They were unhappy with British taxes and laws.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Back
Thomas Jefferson
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which idea is expressed in the Declaration of Independence?
Back
All men are created equal and have certain unalienable rights.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did the Declaration of Independence impact American society at the time?
Back
It united the colonies in their fight for freedom.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why was the Declaration of Independence written?
Back
To gain independence from the British Empire
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The Second Continental Congress issued the Declaration of Independence in order to —
Back
explain the reasons for the colonists’ separation from Great Britain
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