Declaration of Independence

Front

What does the "course of human events" as mentioned in the Preamble refer to?

Back

History

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence who institutes or creates governments?

Back

The People

Front

Which of the following is NOT an unalienable right mentioned in the Declaration? Life, Liberty, Happiness

Back

Education

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, where does government get its power from?

Back

The People

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, when should government be changed or altered?

Back

When the government becomes destructive

Front

What did the creators of the Declaration of Independence believe was the King's objective or goal?

Back

To establish an absolute tyranny over the colonies

Front

In the Declaration, the creators made a list of grievances that puts the blame on _________ for tyranny (abuse of power) on the colonies.

Back

King George III

Front

What word is used to describe the rights of the people that cannot be taken away?

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Unalienable

Front

The Declaration of Independence can BEST be compared to which type of document? A break up letter, A journal entry, A list of rules or laws, A how-to-guide for making a government

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A break up letter

Front

Which of the following was a grievance against King George III mentioned in the Declaration of Independence? Imposing taxes without consent, Refusing to allow freedom of religion, Banning the use of the English language, Forcing American soldiers to serve in the British army

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Imposing taxes without consent