Bellringer: Declaration of Independence

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Locke

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

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

What are our natural rights according to Jefferson?

• Freedom of speech, religion, and press

• Life, liberty, and property

• Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

• Voting, rebelling, and health

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

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

The List of Grievances were the part of the Declaration that

• detailed the colonists' complaints with King George.
• listed a man's natural rights.
• introduced the Declaration.
• concluded the Declaration, declaring America a free country.

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

• The Boston Tea Party happened.

• The French and Indian War ended.

• The American Revolution ends.

• The Declaration of Independence was announced.