Declaration of Independence - 5th Grade

The purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to establish a new government in the colonies.

• True

• False

The Declaration of Independence played a significant role in uniting the 13 colonies.

• True

• False

All delegates who signed the Declaration of Independence were guilty of treason toward England.

• True

• False

The Declaration of Independence was drafted and signed by the House of Burgesses.

• True

• False

Which delegate was chosen to write the Declaration of Independence?

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

How many main parts are in the Declaration of Independence?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

The unalienable rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence are _________?

• respect, hope, and the pursuit of joy

• shelter, food, and the pursuit of employment

• free speech, free press, and the pursuit of freedom

• life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

The Declaration of Independence declared that the rights of a government are granted by?

• the wealthy

• the people

• a birthright

• a god