Declaration of Independence

Multiple Choice

The ______________ was the final attempt by the Continental Congress to avoid war with Great Britain.

• Olive Branch Petition

• Intolerable Acts

• Boycotting of goods

• Capture of Fort Ticonderoga

Multiple Choice

What is the official name of the army George Washington commanded during the Revolutionary War?

• Continental Army

• Patriot Army

• The Minutemen

• American Army

Multiple Choice

Thomas Jefferson borrowed many of his ideas from which Enlightenment Philosopher?

• John Locke

• Thomas Hobbes

• Thomas Paine

• John Adams

Multiple Choice

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Bejamin Franklin

• George Washingon

• Thomas Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

Multiple Choice

Why was this document written?

• The colonists wanted to break free from British control.

• The French told the colonist to write a letter

• They wanted to get out of America

Multiple Choice

Thomas Jefferson stated people have the right to life, ______, and the pursuit of happiness.

• love

• liberty

• learning

• life

Multiple Choice

Some famous signers of the Declaration of Independence included; John Adams, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

1. On _________________, the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Great Britain.

• January 1, 1776

• December 15, 1776

• July 4, 1776

• October 31, 2020

Multiple Choice

How many people signed the Declaration of Independence?

• 56

• 13

• 4

• 100

Explanation Slide...

The Declaration of Independence was signed by 56 individuals, representing the 13 original colonies of the United States. These signatories played a crucial role in the founding of the nation and their collective action marked a significant moment in American history.

Multiple Choice

Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence?

• John Hancock

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

Explanation Slide...

John Hancock was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence. As the President of the Continental Congress, he had the honor of signing first. His large and flamboyant signature became famous, and his name is now synonymous with signing a document. The other options, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams, were also important figures in the drafting of the Declaration, but they signed after Hancock.

Multiple Choice

What did the Declaration of Independence announce?

• A new nation: the United States of America

• The end of the Revolutionary War

• The formation of the 13 colonies

• The independence of Great Britain

Explanation Slide...

The Declaration of Independence announced the formation of a new nation: the United States of America. It was a formal statement adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, declaring that the 13 American colonies were no longer under British rule and were now united, free, and independent states.

Multiple Choice

According to the Declaration of Independence who institutes or creates governments?

• The King

• The People

• The Pope

• The President

Multiple Choice

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

• The King

• Religion

• The People

• The President

Multiple Choice

"All men are created equal" what did this mean?

• All WHITE men were created equal. The DOI didn't mention women or slaves.
• Rights are given to men by their government but are inherent and undeniable. Rights we are born with
• The purpose of government is to protect the rights of the people
• If the government does not protect the rights of the people, it is the right of the people to change the government

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT part of the Declaration of Independence?

• Grievances against the king
• George Washington's signature
• A formal statement declaring independence from Britain