Understanding the Declaration of Independence

What important historical document is the main topic of this video?

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

On what date was the Declaration of Independence first signed?

• June 28th, 1776

• July 4th, 1776

• September 17th, 1787

• December 15th, 1791

Where is the original Declaration of Independence kept today?

• The White House

• The Library of Congress

• The National Archives Museum

• Independence Hall

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

Why did the Thirteen Colonies decide to create the Declaration of Independence?

• To form an alliance with France

• To declare war on Spain

• To explain why they were forming a new country

• To establish a new currency

How many days did it take Thomas Jefferson to write the Declaration of Independence with the help of a committee?

• 7 days

• 10 days

• 17 days

• 28 days

What was the original, longer title of the Declaration of Independence before it was shortened?

• The American Freedom Document

• A Declaration by the Representatives of the United States of America, in General Congress Assembled

• The Colonies' Proclamation of Freedom

• The United States' Founding Statement

Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence, known for his large signature?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• John Hancock

How many people signed the Declaration of Independence?

• 13

• 39

• 56

• 72

Which of these phrases is a famous quote from the Declaration of Independence?

• "Give me liberty, or give me death!"

• "We the People of the United States..."

• "Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."

• "A government of the people, by the people, for the people."