Quiz on the Declaration of Independence

In what year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• 1776

• 1800

• 1783

• 1492

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare war on France

• To announce the colonies' separation from Great Britain

• To create a new tax system

• To establish a new religion

Which section of the Declaration of Independence lists the complaints against King George III?

• The Declaration of Natural Rights

• The Preamble

• The List of Grievances

• The Resolution of Independence

What are the 'unalienable rights' mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

• Peace, Love, and Understanding

• Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

• Freedom, Justice, and Equality

• Wealth, Power, and Success

Where was the Second Continental Congress held?

• New York

• Boston

• Washington D.C.

• Philadelphia

How many men were chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence?

• Three

• Five

• Seven

• Ten

Which section of the Declaration of Independence serves as its introduction?

• The Declaration of Natural Rights

• The Resolution of Independence

• The Preamble

• The List of Grievances

What does the Declaration of Natural Rights state about government power?

• It is inherited

• It comes from the people

• It comes from the king

• It is absolute

On what date was the Declaration of Independence officially adopted?

• June 11, 1776

• July 4, 1776

• August 2, 1776

• September 17, 1787