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The Declaration of Independence Answers

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

A
to show that enslaved people had the same rights as colonists
B
to show that the British deserved to tax the colonies
C
to show that the colonists deserved the same rights as British citizens
D
to show that the colonists had no need for independence
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Based on this quotation, people have

A
only the three rights listed.
B
more rights than the three listed.
C
fewer rights than the three listed.
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Based on these lines, which of these statements describes Americans’ rights?

A
These rights can be taken away.
B
These rights are temporary.
C
These rights are permanent.
5

Did you give either of these answers?

A
to recognize the rights people deserve
B
to protect people’s rights
6

According to Jefferson, where does government power come from?

A
from the people it governs
B
from the king
C
from the government itself
7

What is the main purpose of government?

A
to increase its own power
B
to demand consent from citizens
C
to protect citizens’ rights
8

the Britishthe Frenchthe Continental Congressthe other colonies

A
the British
B
the French
C
the Continental Congress
D
the other colonies
9

Give your answer in at least one complete sentence.

Answer:

The right of revolution helped the authors explain why a revolution against British rule was necessary and argue that people should control their own future.

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Which explanations are included in your answer?Check all of the boxes that apply.

A
to describe the reasons why a revolution is necessary
B
to prepare for a new revolution
C
to provide the reasons for future revolutions
D
to argue that it is important that people control their own future

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