Ch. 4 Test Declaration of Independence

What were the colonists’ reasons for writing the Declaration of Independence? (Choose 3)

• to gain support from powerful European nations
• to declare independence from Great Britain
• to build support amongst colonists by explaining the reasons for independence
• to end the Revolutionary War
• to gain colonial representation in Parliament

Which statements BEST explain the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence? (Choose 2)

• The Declaration gave all Americans consent to be governed.
• The Declaration unified the colonies and was the first document that mentioned the “United States of America.”
• The Declaration inspired other leaders and nations to create their own similar documents.
• The Declaration included a list of grievances against King George.
• The Declaration led to first shots being fired in the Revolutionary War.

According to this quote from the Declaration of Independence, what is the purpose of government?

• to declare that all people are equal
• to have a Creator
• to protect natural rights
• to get consent from the governed

Who is credited as the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

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

The phrase "all men are created equal" in the Declaration of Independence is an example of:

• Religious doctrine
• Economic policy
• Military strategy
• Democratic ideals

What philosophical concept did the Declaration use to justify independence?

• Divine right of kings
• Marxist theory of class struggle
• Social contract theory
• Doctrine of manifest destiny

The Declaration argues that when a government fails to protect the people's rights, the people have the right to:

• Alter or abolish the government and institute a new one.
• Petition the government for redress of grievances.
• Appeal to the international community for intervention.
• Accept the government's authority without question.

Which of the following is NOT one of the "unalienable rights" mentioned in the Declaration?

• Life
• Liberty
• Property
• Pursuit of Happiness

The Declaration of Independence was a formal statement explaining why the 13 American colonies wanted to become:

• A monarchy
• An independent nation
• A part of France
• A confederation of states

Which country was the Declaration of Independence declaring independence from?

• France
• Spain
• Great Britain
• Netherlands