How did the Declaration of Independence justify colonial independence? (3 points)
It discussed self-evident truths.
It gave three examples of unalienable rights.
It stated colonists' complaints against the king.
It broke colonial ties with Britain.
2.
Why is the Declaration of Independence considered a revolutionary document? (3 points)
It states the colonies are separating from British rule.
Fifty-six colonial representatives voted to approve it.
George Washington, a future president, signed it.
It addresses King George III directly.
3.
According to the Declaration of Independence, what are the three main complaints about British rule? (3 points)
Low taxation, full representation, and protection of individual rights
High taxation, limited representation, and limited individual rights
No representation, limited liberty, and full protection for property rights
Full representation, guaranteed liberty, and protection of property rights
4.
"No man was a warmer wisher for reconciliation than myself, before the ... (Massacre at Lexington), but the moment the event of that day was made known, I rejected the hardened, sullen tempered Pharaoh of Britain forever; .. that ... can unfeelingly hear of their slaughter, and ... sleep with their blood upon his soul." — Thomas Paine, Common Sense
In this excerpt, how does Paine explain his support for the Declaration of Independence to his readers? (3 points)
Paine describes his hopes for reconciliation with Britain.
Paine claims that the king considers himself a pharaoh.
Paine describes his anger over the king's lack of response to Lexington.
Paine claims the temper of the king is too sullen for him to rule the colonies.
5.
"Every quiet method for peace hath been ineffectual. Our prayers have been rejected with disdain; and only tended to convince us, that nothing flatters vanity, or confirms obstinacy in Kings more than repeated petitioning—and nothing hath contributed more than that very measure to make the Kings of Europe absolute." — Thomas Paine, Common Sense
How did this excerpt motivate colonists to support the creation of the Declaration of Independence? (3 points)
By reminding them that King George is in charge
By reminding them that King George refuses to respond to their requests
By pointing out the important contributions they have made to Britain
By pointing out times when peaceful methods have worked to resolve conflict
6.
What did the authors of the Declaration of Independence mean by "unalienable rights?" (3 points)
Rights for legal citizens and not immigrants
Natural rights that no government can take away
Rights that are separate for loyal British citizens
Natural rights only for the signers of the document
7.
According to the Declaration of Independence, where does the government get its power? (3 points)
From the monarchy
From the court system
From the people
From unalienable rights
8.
"They are written, as with a sunbeam, in the whole volume of human nature, by the hand of the divinity itself, and can never be erased or obscured by mortal power." – Alexander Hamilton, February 1775
Which idea in the Declaration of Independence is described by this quote? (3 points)
Role of government
Natural rights
Complaints against the king
Representation in government
9.
George Washington wrote the following words in a letter to a friend.
"The Parliament of Great Britain hath no more right to put their hands into my pocket without my consent than I have to put my hands into yours for money."
Based on this excerpt, which grievance in the Declaration of Independence would Washington agree with? (3 points)
King's refusal to approve laws
Limitations on trade
Abolishing charters
Taxation without consent
