The Declaration of Independence — Quiz

Question 3 • Literature and Composition III

Which best describes the structure of the Declaration of Independence?

Answer

list of evidence against the British government › thesis that colonies should separate › conclusion that war is inevitable

introduction about the causes of oppression › list of the causes and effects of British rule › summary of the list of the causes and effects

list of the characteristics of a just government › ways in which the British government has not met these standards › thesis that the colonies must separate

introduction and thesis › list of reasons why the British government is oppressive › conclusion that the colonies must separate

Explanation

The Declaration begins by explaining why the colonies are addressing the world and stating that people may alter or abolish a government that violates their rights. It then lists grievances against the British king and government as evidence of oppression. Finally, it declares that the colonies are independent, so choice C best describes its structure.

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