American Revolutionary War Test

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• Benjamin Franklin
• John Adams

Explain the theory of “Consent of the Governed.”

Explain how the "Consent of the Governed" theory impacted the American Revolution.

What are natural rights in the Declaration of Independence ?

• Natural rights include wealth and power.
• Natural rights are government privileges.
• Natural rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
• Natural rights are defined by social contracts.

Explain how they Government and natural rights are connected.

What can the people do if the government does not do their job?

• People should wait for the government to change.
• Citizens can ignore the government completely.
• Citizens can overthrow it.

• Citizens can only complain to their friends.

What is a grievance?

• A grievance is a type of financial aid.
• A grievance is a method of conflict resolution.
• A grievance is a formal complaint about unfair treatment.
• A grievance is a celebration of achievements.

What are the grievances in the Declaration of Indepence? Explain what it is and one example of one.

In the Declaration, what does Jefferson claim the colonists tried to do with British, but were ignored?

• The colonists tried to negotiate trade agreements with the British, but were ignored.
• The colonists demanded independence from the British immediately.
• The colonists sought military support from the British and were ignored.
• The colonists tried to create a peaceful resolution, but were ignored.