The Declaration of Independence

Question 1

Which of the following is a central idea in the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence?

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The colonies have the right to separate from Britain's oppressive rule.

Question 2

Jefferson begins the introduction to the Declaration of Independence by stating his major premise and giving examples, and then explains

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the relationship between the colonies and Britain.

Question 3

Read the excerpt from the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence."And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor."Why does Jefferson conclude with this statement?

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to show colonial support for the document and the willingness to fight for independence

Question 4

Read the statement.When a government fails to protect the unalienable rights of its citizens, it is the duty and right of citizens to create another form of government.This statement is the Declaration of Independence’s

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major premise.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes Thomas Jefferson's purpose in writing the Declaration of Independence?

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to air grievances against the British king

Question 6

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

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ways in which the King of England oppressed the colonists

Question 7

In the introduction of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson explains the way a government should function. In the body of the document,

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he illustrates how the king of England is not living up to these expectations.

Question 8

Which statement best explains why the Declaration of Independence does not directly address the issue of slavery?

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Some colonies supported enslavement to ensure profits, and others were opposed to enslavement.

Question 9

How does Jefferson support his major premise in the body of the Declaration of Independence?

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He lists the abuses the colonies have suffered under British rule.

Question 10

In which section of the Declaration of Independence does Jefferson restate his thesis?

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the conclusion

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