Declaration of Independence Liberty kids

How many Hessian troops did King George III hire to fight in the colonies?

• 10,000

• 12,000

• 18,000

• 20,000

What did General Washington believe was necessary to persuade the French government to send troops?

• A declaration of war

• A proclamation of independence

• A trade agreement

• A military alliance

Why did the blacksmith and other men try to stop James and Henri from reaching Dr. Franklin?

• They were loyalists who didn't want news of the Hessians to reach Congress

• They wanted to steal their horse

• They believed James and Henri were spies

• They were trying to protect Dr. Franklin from bad news

Which of the following was NOT one of Richard Henry Lee's three resolutions presented to Congress?

• That the colonies are free and independent states

• That the independent states seek to form foreign alliances

• That the independent states establish a plan of taxation

• That the independent states establish a plan of confederation

What was one reason Mr. Dickinson believed independence was impossible?

• The colonies lacked sufficient military power.

• Only New England and the South desired independence, while the Middle Colonies opposed it.

• European powers would immediately attack the newly independent states.

• The colonists were too loyal to the British Crown.

Why did John initially refuse to write the statement of independence?

• He felt he was not a skilled enough writer.

• He believed his strong opinions and lack of tact would cause others to reject his work.

• He was too busy with other congressional duties.

• He did not support the idea of independence.

Who was ultimately chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Dickinson

• Thomas Jefferson

• Roger Sherman

What was the primary challenge Thomas Jefferson faced while drafting the Declaration of Independence?

• Lack of historical precedents for such a document.

• Disagreements with Benjamin Franklin over the content.

• Finding the precise and powerful words to justify breaking ties with the King.

• Distractions from visitors and other duties.

Why did Caesar Rodney insist on riding a horse to Philadelphia despite his illness?

• He wanted to prove his strength.

• He believed speed was essential for the vote.

• He preferred riding over a carriage.

• He was trying to avoid James and Moses.

What was the outcome of the vote on the Independence Resolution after Caesar Rodney arrived?

• It was passed by a narrow margin.

• It was postponed due to debate.

• It passed unanimously.

• It failed to gain enough support.