Mr. Raymond Declaration Of Independence

What was the main goal of the First Continental Congress in 1774?

• To declare independence from Great Britain

• To send a petition to King George III about their complaints

• To start a war against the British soldiers

• To elect a new president for the colonies

Who was chosen to be the commander of the Continental Army by the Second Continental Congress?

• John Hancock

• Samuel Adams

• George Washington

• Patrick Henry

What was the King's response to the Olive Branch Petition, which asked for peace?

• He accepted the petition and agreed to peace.

• He ignored the petition and continued with his policies.

• He sent more troops to the colonies.

• He offered to negotiate with the colonists.

What was the main effect of Thomas Paine's pamphlet, Common Sense?

• It convinced colonists to remain loyal to Great Britain.

• It helped colonists understand why they should separate from Great Britain.

• It led to new taxes being placed on the colonies.

• It encouraged colonists to move to other countries.

Why was Thomas Jefferson chosen to write the Declaration of Independence?

• He was the oldest and most experienced delegate.

• He was from Virginia, and he was known for his excellent writing skills.

• He was the president of the Continental Congress.

• He had already fought in many battles against the British.

When did the delegates approve the Declaration of Independence?

• July 2, 1776

• July 4, 1776

• August 2, 1776

• September 17, 1787

Why did John Hancock sign his name so largely on the Declaration of Independence?

• To make it easier for King George to read without his glasses

• To show he was the most important delegate

• To make sure everyone knew he was the first to sign

• To fit all the other signatures around his

What did Benjamin Franklin mean when he said, "We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately"?

• The delegates needed to stay united to succeed

• They should literally hang out together

• They would be executed if they failed

• They needed to sign the document at the same time

Which section of the Declaration of Independence explains why a new country is being formed?

• Natural Rights

• Grievances

• Preamble

• Conclusion

What three "unalienable Rights" are mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?

• Freedom, justice, and equality

• Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

• Speech, religion, and assembly

• Property, security, and peace