Declaring Independence

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Hancock

• Benjamin Franklin

• Patrick Henry

Who was president of the Second Continental Congress?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

• George Washington

• John Hancock

Which of these was NOT included in the Declaration of Independence?

• a preamble

• a list of key philosophies

• George Washington's signature

• a list of grievances against King George III

What is John Hancock MOST famous for?

• his signature on the Declaration of Independence

• being one of the founding fathers of our country

• being president of the Second Continental Congress

• being a lawyer and businessman

On what date was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• April 19, 1775

• July 4, 1876

• July 4, 1776

• December 25, 1776

What are your unalienable rights, according to the Declaration of Independence?

• love, liberty, and a home

• life, love, and freedom of religion

• voting, taxes, and having a job

• life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

According to the Declaration of Independence, what is the purpose of a government?

• to create taxes to pay war debts

• to protect the rights of citizens

• to make laws

• to write long documents

The Declaration of Independence stands for the principles of freedom and equality. At the time it was written, which of these was the ONLY group being treated equally?

• white males

• women

• slaves

• Native Americans

Which group was loyal to Great Britain?

• Patriots

• Loyalists

Which group was willing to fight for independence from Great Britain?

• Loyalists

• Patriots