Quiz on the Declaration of Independence

What is the Declaration of Independence known for?

• Being written in 1820

• Being a treasure map

• Stating the ideas the government is based on

• Being a legal document

What does the Declaration of Independence say about all men?

• They are created equal

• They should be wealthy

• They are born to serve

• They must follow the king

What year was the Declaration of Independence dated?

• 1783

• 1776

• 1800

• 1775

What is the condition of the original Declaration of Independence?

• Pristine and untouched

• Destroyed in a fire

• Faded and worn

• Lost and never found

What does the Declaration of Independence inspire people to fight for?

• Wealth and power

• Rights, freedom and equality

• Land and resources

• Fame and recognition

Who wrote most of the Declaration of Independence?

• Samuel Adams

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

Which event is directly associated with the signing of the Declaration of Independence?

• The Civil War

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The American Revolutionary War

• The Boston Tea Party

56 representatives from how many colonies originally signed the Declaration of Independence?

• 13

• 10

• 20

• 15

Which governing body adopted the Declaration of Independence?

• The United Nations

• The British Parliament

• The Second Continental Congress

• The House of Representatives

Which of the following was a grievance against King George III mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

• Imposing taxes without consent

• Refusing to allow freedom of religion

• Banning the use of the English language

• Forcing American soldiers to serve in the British army