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The Declaration of Independence

Question 2 • (J. Blaum) 0231 10th Grade English 1st 9 Weeks 26-27

Thomas Jefferson organized his argument in the body of the Declaration of Independence by listing the

Answer
A
tactics the colonists used to rebel against the King of England
B
ways in which the King of England oppressed the colonists
C
benefits that the colonists would gain by seeking liberation from Britain
D
changes the King should make in order to prevent the colonies from rebelling

Explanation

In the body of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson lists grievances against King George III to explain why the colonies were declaring independence. These grievances describe ways the king oppressed the colonists, such as interfering with colonial laws and imposing taxes. The correct choice is “ways in which the King of England oppressed the colonists.”

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