Question

PART A: Which of the following statements best describes how the author views the relationship between the people and their government?

A
The government grants the people inalienable rights, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
B
The people have the right to change or remove their government if it infringes upon their rights and no longer represents their interests.
C
The people have the right to change their government whenever they wish, even for small offenses, because they give it power.
D
The government is preserved because the people are invested in making sure their rights are secure from change.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct option is B.

Explanation:

The articles attached to this question talked about the relationship between the King of Britain and the 13 American colonies and the events that led to the writing of the article of Declaration of Independence.

In the article, the American declared that all men are born equal and that governments are put in position majorly to cater for the needs and the interests of the governed (the people of the nation). In a situation, where the government infringe on the rights of the people and do not represent their interest, then such people have the power to change or remove or severe cordial relationship with such government.