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Understanding the Declaration of Independence

Understanding the Declaration of Independence

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Social Studies

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?

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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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