
The Enlightenment Influence on the Declaration of Independence

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence as discussed in the video?
To outline the structure of the new American government
To declare war on Britain
To list the rights of American citizens
To justify the colonies' break from Britain
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which section of the Declaration of Independence is emphasized for its Enlightenment ideals?
The Grievances
The Preamble
The Resolution
The Conclusion
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the video, who is credited with writing the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Benjamin Franklin
John Adams
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the 'unalienable rights' mentioned in the Declaration?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Life, Justice, and the Pursuit of Property
Freedom, Equality, and Justice
Life, Liberty, and Property
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
From where does the government derive its power according to the Declaration?
The King
The Military
The Constitution
The Consent of the Governed
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'popular sovereignty' mean as explained in the video?
The government is chosen by the elite
The power to govern is in the people's hands
The king has divine right to rule
The government has absolute power
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the 'social contract' as discussed in the video?
An agreement where people give up some power to protect their rights
An agreement between nations
A contract between the king and his subjects
A contract between the government and foreign allies
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