Understanding the Declaration of Independence

How did the Declaration of Independence help unite the American colonies?

• It showed they all agreed to follow British laws.

• It showed they all agreed to break away from Britain and form their own country.

• It showed they all wanted to remain loyal to the British king.

• It showed they all wanted to form separate countries.

Why did many American colonists become unhappy with British rule?

• Britain was giving them too much freedom.

• Britain was making unfair laws without asking for their opinion.

• Britain was lowering taxes too much.

• Britain was providing too much military protection.

What important idea is included in the Declaration of Independence?

• People have the right to vote in every election.

• People have the right to life, liberty, property, and happiness.

• People have the right to own slaves.

• People have the right to free education.

What was the main idea of the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare war on France.

• To explain why the colonies were breaking away from Britain.

• To establish a new monarchy in America.

• To create a new trade agreement with Britain.

What is the "Consent of the Governed" as influenced by the Magna Carta?

• Government decisions must be approved by the king.

• Government decisions must be approved by the people.

• Government decisions must be approved by the military.

• Government decisions must be approved by foreign nations.

Which of the following rights from the Magna Carta was included in the Bill of Rights?

• Right to bear arms.

• Right to a fair trial.

• Right to free speech.

• Right to privacy.

What concept from the Magna Carta influenced the Founding Fathers?

• Expanding the power of the government.

• Limiting the power of the government.

• Establishing a monarchy.

• Increasing taxes on the colonies.

What was the first national government of the United States called?

• The Constitution.

• The Articles of Confederation.

• The Bill of Rights.

• The Declaration of Independence.

What was the main purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To create a strong central government.

• To establish a national currency.

• To serve as the first constitution of the United States.

• To declare independence from France.

Which document declared the American colonies free from British rule?

• The Magna Carta.

• The Bill of Rights.

• The Declaration of Independence.

• The Articles of Confederation.