The quality or state of being self-governing

Future generations

The right (of a president) to reject a piece of legislation

To impose or collect (a tax)

A special meeting held to draw up a new constitution

Incapable of being taken away or transferred to another

A right or responsibility given by a divine being or deity that is therefore beyond question by humanity

An introduction to a document such as a constitution, explaining its purpose

Which answer correctly fills in the blanks? The ______ passes laws. The ______ may veto laws. The ______ may override a veto with a 2/3 majority vote. The ______ may declare a law unconstitutional.

Which branch of the US government makes laws?

Thomas Jefferson is to the Declaration as ________ is to the _________.

What document preceded the Declaration of Independence?

Which of the following elements were included in the Declaration of Independence?

(Input all that apply, then push the ENTER button.)

Who was the primary writer of the Declaration of Independence?

The signers of the Declaration of Independence considered themselves to be loyal British citizens.