Quiz on the Declaration of Independence

What is one of the main ideals stated in the Declaration of Independence?

• The importance of having a king

• The right to own property

• The equality of all individuals

• The power of the military

What does the Declaration of Independence say about natural rights?

• They can be taken away by the government

• They include life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

• They are only for the wealthy

• They are determined by the king

According to the Declaration of Independence, what is the purpose of government?

• To control all aspects of life

• To serve the king

• To protect unalienable rights

• To collect taxes

Which principle is established by the Declaration of Independence?

• The principle of self-government

• The principle of monarchy

• The principle of international trade

• The principle of wealth distribution

What does the Declaration of Independence list as a reason for separating from Britain?

• The desire to create a new monarchy

• Specific colonial grievances

• The need for more taxes

• The wish to join another empire

Who wrote the Declarations of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Ben Franklin

• John Hancock

• Patrick Henry

Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Ben Franklin

• Thomas Paine

• John Hancock

What pamphlet by Thomas Paine encouraged and opened the mind of the colonists that independence was needed?

• The Constitution

• Common Sense

• The Federalists Papers

• Articles of Confederation

How many sections are in the Declaration of Independence?

• There are 10 sections in the Declaration.

• There are 7 sections in the Declaration.

• There is 1 section in the Declaration.

• There are 3 sections in the Declaration.

On what day was the Declaration of Independence officially adopted?

• July 8, 1776

• July 10, 1776

• June 4, 1776

• July 4, 1776