Quiz on the Declaration of Independence

What is the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence as stated in the document?

• To declare war on Great Britain

• To establish a new government

• To dissolve political bands and declare causes for separation

• To create a new constitution

What has the King of Great Britain refused to do, according to the Declaration?

• Sign treaties with other nations

• Pass laws necessary for the public good

• Engage in trade with the colonies

• Provide military protection

What does the Declaration say about the necessity of altering former systems of government?

• It is unnecessary and dangerous

• It is necessary due to repeated injuries

• It should be avoided at all costs

• It is only needed during wartime

What does the Declaration imply about the patience of the colonies?

• They have been patient and tolerant

• They have been impatient and rebellious

• They have been indifferent and passive

• They have been aggressive and confrontational

What does the Declaration say about the necessity of declaring causes for separation?

• It is unnecessary and trivial

• It is a decent respect to the opinions of mankind

• It is a formality with no real importance

• It is only required in times of war

What did the combination with others subject the people to?

• A new economic system

• A foreign jurisdiction

• A cultural exchange program

• A scientific collaboration

What was the purpose of enlarging boundaries?

• To promote peace

• To introduce absolute rule

• To encourage trade

• To improve infrastructure

What did the British do that was considered an act of war against the colonies?

• They provided military aid.

• They declared peace.

• They declared the colonies out of their protection and waged war.

• They offered trade agreements.

What did the colonies declare about their political connection to Great Britain?

• It should be strengthened.

• It should remain unchanged.

• It should be totally dissolved.

• It should be temporarily suspended.

What did the colonies hold the British as, in terms of their relationship?

• Friends in war, enemies in peace.

• Enemies in war, friends in peace.

• Neutral parties.

• Allies in all circumstances.