declaration of independence

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin
• Samuel Adams
• Thomas Jefferson
• Paul Revere

According to the Declaration of Independence, what truth was "self-evident"?

• All men are created equal
• Rights are given by good kings
• Government exists to protect us from ourselves
• Only a democracy can protect our rights

The words self-evident means what?

• confusing
• obvious
• wrong
• self-aware

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

• From the King
• From the Supreme Court
• From God
• From the people

Why is July 4, 1776 an important date in U.S. history?

• Common Sense was published.
• The Olive Branch Petition sent to King George III.
• The American Revolution ends.
• The Declaration of Independence is signed.

To Great Britain, the signing of the Declaration of Independence was

• an act of loyalty.
• an act of treason.
• an act of bravery.
• an act of insanity.

Who jumped on the horse to warn the colonist that the British were coming?

• Paul Revere
• King George III
• John Adams

What are militia?

• People who are ready to fight in minutes
• Everyday people training for battle
• Soldiers coming from England

Where did the colonist hide their weapons?

• Boston
• Lexington
• Concord

What was the date of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

• April 19th, 1775
• April 20th, 1772
• April 19th, 2020
• April 19th, 3030