THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE TEXT SIGNERS AND LEGACY
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The government grants the people inalienable rights, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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The people have the right to change or remove their government if it infringes upon their rights and no longer represents their interests.
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The people have the right to change their government whenever they wish, even for small offenses, because they give it power.
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The government is preserved because the people are invested in making sure their rights are secure from change.
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Detailed explanation-1: -PART A: Which of the following statements best describes how the author views the relationship between the people and their government? The government grants the people inalienable rights, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Detailed explanation-2: -Which best describes the colonists’ view of their relationship with the British government? The colonists have demanded fair treatment from the British government many times, and they believe separating from Britain is their last resort.
Detailed explanation-3: -The most important and dramatic statement comes near the end: “That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States.” It declares a complete break with Britain and its King and claims the powers of an independent country.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which statement best describes the role of government according to the Declaration of Independence? The main purpose of government is to protect the unalienable rights of individuals.