Understanding the Declaration of Independence

Who read the resolution for independence on June 7, 1776?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Richard Henry Lee

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

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What was the main purpose of the Lee Resolution?

• To declare war on Britain

• To propose independence from Britain

• To establish a new currency

• To create a new postal system

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Which document did Thomas Paine publish in January 1776 that influenced the colonies?

• The Federalist Papers

• Common Sense

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Constitution

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What was the role of the Committee of Five?

• To draft the Declaration of Independence

• To negotiate peace with Britain

• To organize the Continental Army

• To manage colonial trade

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Which colony abstained from voting on the Lee Resolution on July 2, 1776?

• Virginia

• New York

• Pennsylvania

• Massachusetts

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Explain why the Declaration of Independence was divided into five distinct parts.

• To make it easier to read

• To clearly outline the reasons for independence and the principles behind it

• To include more signatures

• To make it longer

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Describe the significance of the "Dunlap broadside."

• It was the first newspaper in America

• It was the first printed copies of the Declaration of Independence

• It was a British proclamation

• It was a colonial currency

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What was the purpose of the Privateering Resolution passed in March 1776?

• To allow colonists to trade with Britain

• To allow colonists to arm vessels against enemies

• To establish a new government

• To create a new currency

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Analyze why the Congress decided to open American ports to commerce with other nations on April 6, 1776.

• To increase trade with Britain

• To sever economic ties with Britain and foster international trade

• To reduce taxes

• To support British merchants

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Evaluate the impact of King George III's actions on the colonies' decision to seek independence.

• They encouraged reconciliation

• They convinced many colonists that independence was necessary

• They improved relations with the colonies

• They had no impact

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