How Not To Confuse US Documents

What does the Declaration of Independence symbolize in the analogy?

• An unwanted commitment

• A trivial matter

• A fresh start

• A lasting bond

Why is the Declaration of Independence described as breaking free?

• Because it was about gaining independence

• Because it was about forming a new alliance

• Because it was about avoiding conflict

• Because it was about maintaining the status quo

What is the Articles of Confederation compared to in the narrative?

• A deep relationship

• A casual, non-committal interaction

• A misunderstanding

• A binding agreement

According to the analogy, what does the U.S. Constitution represent?

• A brief encounter

• A regrettable decision

• A flawed but hopeful commitment

• A perfect relationship

What flaw is mentioned about the U.S. Constitution in the analogy?

• It involves slavery

• It is too modern

• It is too lenient

• It is too rigid