Assessments - 5th Grade Social Studies

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Determine whether the following statement is True or False: The purpose of government, according to the Declaration of Independence, is to protect the unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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True

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, governments derive their powers from divine right, not the consent of the governed. True or False?

Back

False

Front

Determine whether the following statement is True or False: The Declaration of Independence suggests that government exists to grant privileges and benefits to the ruling class, not necessarily to protect the people’s rights.

Back

False

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According to the Declaration of Independence, when a government becomes destructive to the people’s rights, it is the right of the people to change or abolish the government.

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True

Front

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

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From the people

Front

What is the main purpose of government, according to the Declaration of Independence?

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To serve the good of the people and protect their rights.

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What can people do if the government does not protect their rights?

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They have the right to change or remove the government