Declaration of Independence Quiz

The Declaration of Independence was signed in

• 1777

• 1776

• 1786

• 1778

1. The Introduction of the Declaration of Independence is commonly called the

• prelude

• preamble

• preview

• preface

How many colonists wanted to stay loyal to the king?

• 1 in every 5 colonists.

• 1 in every 4 colonists.

• 1 in every 3 colonists.

• 1 in every 6 colonists.

1. Although we recognize July 4th as Independence Day, the delegates signed the document and sent it to King George

• 3 months later.

• 2 months later.

• 5 months later.

• 1 month later.

Americans believe that governments exist to protect basic human rights. T or F?

• True

• False

1. The basic human rights that every person deserves are “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” T or F?

• True

• False

1. Enlightenment had no influence on American Democracy. T or F?

• True

• False

1. Basic human rights are not unalienable. T or F?

• True

• False