The Declaration of Independence

What event prompted the formation of the First Continental Congress? the Boston Massacre the Boston Tea Party the battles of Lexington and Concord the publication of Thomas Paine's Common Sense

NOT C

In which section of the Declaration of Independence is the purpose of government described? the introduction the body the conclusion the grievances

A

Which best describes why the Boston Tea Party is considered such a significant event in US history? It was the first major act of defiance by the colonists. It protested taxation without representation. It inhibited Britain's ability to collect taxes. It planted the seeds for the development of the Continental army.

A

As the result of a conflict between British troops and a colonial militia in Massachusetts, the Boston Tea Party took place. Thomas Paine published Common Sense. the First Continental Congress was established. British troops began staying in the homes of colonists.

B

The Declaration of Independence intended to end British rule in the colonies, and grant citizens the right to freedom of speech the right to self-govern the ability to live without a government the ability to vote for a president

B

Was the Declaration of Independence intended to be a formal declaration of war? Why or why not? Yes. Though fighting preceded the writing, it was intended to be a formal declaration of war. No. The war started a year before the Declaration of Independence was written. Yes. The Declaration of Independence formally united the militias of the individual colonies. No. There was no need to declare war, as this power had yet to be established.

B

Which best summarizes the social contract outlined in the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence? Government has the power to protect natural rights, but states must also protect their rights. Government has the power to protect natural rights, but people must also protect their rights. Government has the power to protect natural rights, but people can change their government if it fails to do so. Government has the power to protect natural rights, but states can challenge the government if it fails to do so.

C

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 introduction the preamble the body the conclusion

C

Why were taxes an ongoing source of conflict for the American colonists? They did not get sufficient government services. They paid a higher tax rate than those living in England. They were taxed without having representation in Parliament. They felt the taxes should be invested in colonial infrastructure.

C

Which statement describes a natural right? the rights that are given under specific circumstances the rights that are granted to only certain citizens the rights that can be restricted by government the rights that cannot, or should not, be taken away

D