Impact and Significance of the Declaration of Independence

Who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare war on Britain

• To establish a new government

• To formally separate the colonies from British rule

• To create a new constitution

Which concept was emphasized in the Declaration of Independence?

• Divine right of kings

• Individual liberty

• Monarchy

• Colonial expansion

What impact did the Declaration of Independence have on American society?

• It justified the colonies' break from Britain

• It led to the immediate end of slavery

• It established a monarchy in America

• It discouraged future movements for democracy

How did the Declaration of Independence influence global movements?

• It inspired movements for democracy and self-determination

• It promoted colonialism

• It supported the divine right of kings

• It discouraged independence movements