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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Declaration of Independence

Question 2 • CCS Founding Principles of the US and NC: Civic Literacy (2026)

Franklin uses the metaphor of a snake cut into pieces. What is he saying the colonies should do?

Answer
A
unite despite different identities and interests
B
make independent decisions about their futures
C
separate to become more powerful
D
stay loyal to the British crown

Explanation

Franklin’s snake metaphor warns that the colonies would be weak if they remained divided. He argues they should join together despite their different identities and interests, so the correct choice is “unite despite different identities and interests.”

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