declaration of independence

What is meant by the line "solemnly publish & declare" as is related to these events in history?

• colonist would continue to support the king

• they could continue to publish propaganda

• colonial armies would disband and no longer challenge the king

• the colonists had the right and were not backing down

Examine Source C. What grievances against the King were included in the Declaration of Independence? Select FOUR answers.

• forbidding the colonies from passing laws

• granting colonists participation in Parliament

• preventing representation in Parliament

• quartering troops without consent

• acting as a tyrant against its own citizens

Which statement best explains the line "unless the people would relinquish the right to representation" as it related to the relationship of British King and the people in the English Colonies.

• be content with no representation

• it was an invitation to hold elections

• representatives from parliament would meet with delegates of the colonies

• all colonists would be brought back to Britain

. Why did Thomas Jefferson feel the colonists had the right to break away from Great Britain?

• the colonies were strong enough to operate alone

• get rid of a government when it takes freedom away

• Spaina dn France would help the colonies succeed

• gold was found and they didn't want Britain to have it

What are the ‘unalienable rights’ that Jefferson refers to in the text?

• people not born in the colonies do not have rights

• the colonies had been alienated

• peace offerings were not to be offered to britain

• people are born with the right to life liberty and the pursuit of happiness

What does Jefferson mean by the Laws of Nature?

• people have a right to govern themselves using god's laws

• governments should no longer exist

• parliament will maintain power over the colonies

• the king should be consulted for all decisions

According to the Declaration of Independence who gives us our rights? 

• given by God at birth 
• given by our government 
• given by our president 
• given by our parents 

Which of the following was a purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• to unite the colonies against Britain
• to list the reasons that justified leaving Britain
• both of these
• neither of these

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The Declaration of Independence states the purpose of government is 

• to tax and control finances
• to provide rules for the people
• to regulate trade 
• to serve the people

Which statement best describes the role of government according to the Declaration of Independence?

• “The main purpose of government is to expand and glorify the state”
• “The main purpose of government is to protect the unalienable rights of individuals”
• “The main purpose of government is to protect the rights and privileges of His Majesty, the King”
• “The main purpose of government is to promote the general welfare of the community by taking steps toward social equality”

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