American History Test Prep

What are the major ideas expressed in the Declaration of Independence and how is America still shaped by this foundational document?

Brief understanding of why the Declaration of Independence was created in the first place

Who was the main author, who was first to sign it, and how many people signed it

Where it was signed and where you can view it now

A brief explanation of each of the five sections of the Declaration of Independence

Key terms within the document: limited government, popular sovereignty, negative liberty, republicanism, natural rights, and social contract

General understanding of the structure, purpose, and tone of the Declaration of Independence

Reflection on which aspects of the founding document are present in your life in 2023

What was the Stamp Act?

How did colonists feel about excessive taxation?