Declaration of Independence Key Concepts

The video discusses the creation of the Declaration of Independence, starting with the context of the Continental Congress's decision to declare independence from Britain. It covers the formation of the Committee of Five, the debate over who should write the Declaration, and Thomas Jefferson's role in drafting it. The video also details the presentation of the document to Congress, its approval, and the legacy of the Declaration, including the removal of certain passages and the finalization of the document on July 4, 1776.

What was the Olive Branch Petition?

• A trade agreement with France

• A peace effort by the Second Continental Congress

• A proposal for American independence

• A military strategy against Britain

Who proposed the resolution for American independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Richard Henry Lee

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

Which committee was tasked with drafting the Declaration of Independence?

• Committee of Three

• Committee of Seven

• Committee of Five

• Committee of Ten

Why did Thomas Jefferson end up writing the Declaration?

• He was the most experienced writer

• He was the only one available

• John Adams insisted Jefferson's writing would be better received

• He volunteered for the task

What is the most famous part of the Declaration of Independence?

• The preamble

• The list of grievances

• The conclusion

• The signatures

What did the bulk of the Declaration consist of?

• A detailed military strategy

• A peace treaty

• A list of grievances against the King

• A trade agreement

When did Congress approve the declaration of independence from Britain?

• July 4th, 1776

• June 28th, 1776

• August 2nd, 1776

• July 2nd, 1776

Which two passages were removed from the Declaration?

• A paragraph about military strategy and one about peace

• A paragraph critical of English people and one about slavery

• A paragraph about taxation and one about trade

• A paragraph about independence and one about governance

Who was responsible for making copies of the final draft of the Declaration?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• John Dunlap

• Benjamin Franklin

What were the copies of the Declaration known as?

• Dunlap Broadsides

• Jefferson Manuscripts

• Adams Papers

• Franklin Flyers