Vocabulary Quiz on the Declaration of Independence

What does the term "Dissolve" mean in the context of the Declaration of Independence vocabulary?

• To create a new association

• To bring the association of to an end or cause to break up

• To strengthen an existing association

• To ignore an association

What is the meaning of "Unalienable"?

• Capable of being transferred to another

• Incapable of being repudiated or transferred to another

• Easily changeable

• Temporary

How is "Prudence" defined in the vocabulary list?

• Recklessness in practical affairs

• Discretion in practical affairs

• Ignorance in practical affairs

• Carelessness in practical affairs

What does "Usurpation" refer to?

• Rightfully seizing and holding by force

• Wrongfully seizing and holding by force

• Peacefully negotiating for power

• Legally acquiring power

Define "Tyranny" as per the vocabulary list.

• A government with a democratic leader

• A government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator

• A government with shared power

• A government with no leader

What does "Jurisdiction" mean?

• The right and power to interpret and apply the law

• The ability to ignore the law

• The right to create new laws

• The power to break the law

What does the word "Impose" mean?

• To give up power, duties, or obligations

• To charge and collect payment

• To make a pilaging or destructive raid

• To betray a trust

What is the meaning of "Deprive"?

• To keep from having, keeping, or obtaining

• To agree or express agreement

• To excuse or free from blame

• To correct an error or a fault

What does "Arbitrary" refer to?

• Based on or subject to individual discretion or preference

• An event that results in total destruction

• Nobility and generosity of spirit

• A manifestation of God's foresightful care

What does "Abdicate" mean?

• To give up power, duties, or obligations

• To make a pilaging or destructive raid

• To betray a trust

• To agree or express agreement