Important People
Who was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
In what year was the Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
According to the Declaration, all people are created ___________.
Equal
Why did the colonists write the Declaration of Independence?
They wanted to be free from unfair British rule.
Which signer’s signature is the largest on the Declaration?
John Hancok
Who was the King of England when the Declaration was written?
King George III
On what date do we celebrate Independence Day in the United States?
July 4th
What are the three rights mentioned in the Declaration?
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
The colonists were upset about unfair ___________ and ___________ without representation.
Laws and taxes
True or False: The Declaration of Independence was written in a single day.
False
How many people signed the Declaration of Independence?
56
In which city was the Declaration signed?
Philadelphia
Who gives the government its power?
The people
True or False: The King listened to the colonists' complaints before the Declaration was written.
False
What is the name of the group that decided to write the Declaration?
The Continental Congress
Who was the President of the Continental Congress when the Declaration was signed?
John Hancock
In what building was the Declaration signed?
Independence Hall
What can people do if the government does not protect their rights?
Change or replace the government
What did the colonists want to create by declaring independence?
Their own country
Which famous American helped edit the Declaration?
Benjamin Franklin
Name one other person who signed the Declaration besides Thomas Jefferson and John Hancock.
Benjamin Franklin
John Adams
Before declaring independence, the colonies were ruled by which country?
England (Great Britain)
What was the main job of the government according to the Declaration?
To protect people’s rights
What word describes the action of breaking away from England?
Independence
What famous bell rang in Philadelphia after the Declaration was read?
The Liberty Bell