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According to the Declaration of Independence, from where does government get its power?
From citizens
What is the purpose of the Preamble of the Declaration of Independence
explains that all people have certain “natural rights” that cannot be taken away
What is the purpose of the Grievances in the Declaration of Independence?
lists complaints against King George III including that colonists were forced to pay unfair taxes
What is the purpose of the Conclusion of the Declaration of Independence?
officially proclaims that the colonists are free and independent from British rule
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
According to the the Declaration of Independence, what is the purpose of government?
to protect natural rights
The Second Continental Congress issued the __________ first
Olive Branch Petition
When King George rejected it, they issued the __________.
Declaration of Independence
What is one historical significance of the Declaration of Independence?
The Declaration inspired other leaders and nations to create their own similar documents
What is one historical significance of the Declaration of Independence?
The Declaration unified the colonies and was the first document that mentioned the “United States of America.
Why is the Declaration of Independence still important to American citizens today?
It promotes the ideals of equality and freedom that our government is still based on today.
Who has “certain unalienable rights?”
all people
Can people’s natural rights be taken away?
no
Why do people establish government?
to protect these rights
When a government violates citizens’ rights, do the people have the right to change the government?
yes
Why did Benjamin Banneker write letters to Thomas Jefferson about the Declaration of Independence?
He wanted Jefferson to secure freedom for enslaved people in the document.