Understanding the Declaration of Independence

Which of the following sentences correctly uses standard English grammar?

• She don't like the movie.

• She doesn't like the movie.

• She not like the movie.

• She didn't liked the movie.

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CCSS.L.8.1

Identify the part of speech for the underlined word in the following sentence: "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog."

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

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CCSS.L.8.1

In the Declaration of Independence, which phrase best supports the idea that the colonies have the right to be free and independent states?

• "We hold these truths to be self-evident"

• "That they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown"

• "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness"

• "All men are created equal"

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CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the meaning of the word "unalienable" as used in the Declaration of Independence?

• Transferable

• Temporary

• Inherent

• Unnecessary

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CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following sentences is an example of correct subject-verb agreement?

• The team are winning the game.

• The team is winning the game.

• The team were winning the game.

• The team has winning the game.

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CCSS.L.8.1

What is the impact of the phrase "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness" in the Declaration of Independence?

• It emphasizes the colonies' desire for wealth.

• It highlights the fundamental rights that justify independence.

• It suggests a need for military action.

• It indicates a preference for British rule.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

• Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

• We went for a walk.

• We went for a walk, and it was raining.

• Because it was raining, we stayed inside.

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CCSS.L.8.1

In the context of the Declaration of Independence, what does the phrase "consent of the governed" imply?

• The government has absolute power.

• The people have no say in government decisions.

• The government's power comes from the people.

• The government is chosen by the monarchy.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the correct form of the verb in the following sentence? "Each of the students _______ responsible for their own work."

• are

• is

• were

• be

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CCSS.L.8.1

When do we celebrate Independence Day?