The Declaration of Independence

Question 1

Why was it important to say that “all men” were “created equal”? Choose the best answer.

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To show that the colonists were the same as the citizens of Britain

Question 2

Based on these lines, which of these statements describes Americans’ rights?

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These rights are permanent.

Question 3

Based on this quotation, people have

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more rights than the three listed.

Question 4

According to Jefferson, where does government power come from?

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From the people it governs

Question 5

Whose actions do the phrases “abuses and usurpations” and “absolute despotism” refer to here?

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The British

Question 6

The segment you just read refers to something called the right of revolution. Why would this have been important to the authors of the Declaration of Independence?Give your answer in at least one complete sentence.

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This was important because colonists were preparing for a revolution against British rule.

Question 7

What is the main purpose of government?

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To protect citizens’ rights

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