Declaration of Independence Quiz

What is the purpose of the Preamble in the Declaration of Independence?

• To list grievances against the King

• To introduce and state why the declaration is being written

• To declare independence from Britain

• To sign the document

What does the Declaration of Rights state?

• The colonies' independence from Britain

• The complaints against the King

• All people are equal and have the right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

• The signatures of the delegates

What is the Bill of Indictment?

• A list of signatures

• A statement of independence

• A list of complaints the colonists had against the King and Parliament

• An introduction to the declaration

What does the Statement of Independence declare?

• The equality of all people

• The colonies' independence from Britain

• The reasons for writing the declaration

• The complaints against the King

What is the purpose of the Signatures section in the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare independence

• To list grievances

• To show where delegates to Congress signed their names

• To state the rights of the people