Modified DOI Vocabulary Quiz

What is the Declaration of Independence?

• A document signed on July 4, 1776, listing complaints against the King and Great Britain and formally announcing independence

• A letter of apology to the King of Great Britain

What does the term "ordain" mean?

• To give official approval

• To reject or deny

• To create a new law

What does "posterity" refer to?

• Future generations

• Present generations

• Ancient civilizations

What is the meaning of "tranquility"?

• Chaos

• Peace

What does "welfare" mean?

• Wealth

• Well-being

What does "prohibit" mean?

• Allow

• Encourage

• Not allowed

What is the definition of "liberty"?

• Freedom

• Restriction

What does "boycott" mean?

• To support a business

• To not use or buy things as a punishment or protest

Who is a "Patriot"?

• A colonist in support of independence from Great Britain

• A soldier in the British army

• A loyal supporter of the King

Who is a "Loyalist"?

• A colonist who remained loyal to Great Britain and didn’t want independence

• A supporter of the American Revolution

• A member of the Continental Congress