The Declaration of independence

As the colonies moved toward independence, the First Continental Congress was created in

1774.

Why did Thomas Paine question British authority to rule the colonies in Common Sense?

He believed the king would only approve laws that benefited Britain.

Why were taxes an ongoing source of conflict for the American colonists?

They were taxed without having representation in Parliament.

The Declaration of Independence refers to rights as being unalienable. What does "unalienable" mean?

cannot be surrendered

Which had the greatest influence in prompting the Second Continental Congress to declare independence?

increased open public support for independence

In which section of the Declaration of Independence is the purpose of government described?

the Preamble

Which part of the Declaration of Independence acts as an implied plan of action, in that it lists laws and practices to be changed?

the body

Which best describes the main action called for by the Declaration of Independence?

to give the United States the power of self-government