Vocab Declaration of Independence

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Definition of Tyranny

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A government that abuses its power.

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Date Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence?

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July 4, 1776

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Main author of the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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Why was the Declaration of Independence written?

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to explain why the colonies were separating from Great Britain

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Unalienable rights differ from other rights because:

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People are born with unalienable rights that can't be taken away.

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Individual rights protected by law from unjust governments.

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Civil Liberties

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Permission or agreement for something.

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Consent

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Basic rights and freedoms belonging to every person, based on dignity, fairness, equality, respect, and independence.

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Human Rights

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Had or took control of

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Possessed

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Charges imposed by authority on persons or property for public purposes.

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Taxes