UIL Social Studies Test 1 2023 - Primary Sources

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What is the Declaration of Independence?

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A document that announced the American colonies' separation from British rule and outlined the principles of individual rights and government.

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Why is the Declaration of Independence important?

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It stated that if a government abuses human rights, people should be free and create a new government.

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What does 'unalienable rights' mean?

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Rights that cannot be taken away.

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Who is known for the quote, 'We must indeed all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately'?

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Ben Franklin.

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What does the phrase 'We the people' signify in the Constitution?

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It emphasizes that the government's power comes from the people.

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What is the purpose of the Constitution?

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To establish the framework of the government and protect the rights of citizens.

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What is the 2nd Amendment?

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The amendment that guarantees people the right to bear arms.

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What are the three unalienable rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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What does 'create a nation in which states work together' refer to?

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The goal of forming a more perfect Union as stated in the Constitution.

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What is a primary source?

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An original document or firsthand account from a specific time period.