Declaration of independence

Question 1

Primary author and where many of key points came from

Answer 1

Thomas Jefferson key points came from John Locke principles of enlightenment

Question 2

Introduction while stating the purpose of the declaration of independence

Answer 2

The document was written to formally break away from Great Britain in the list of reasons why

Question 3

Theory of gov

Answer 3

People have natural rights that can’t be taken away by gov people to a gov for protection of these natural rights and can overthrow governments that fail to do. This people are not going to break away for petty reasons, but a line was crossed that breaking away is justified.

Question 4

List of grievances three examples

Answer 4

A list of accusations against British government, such as taxation without representation, being forced to quarter troops and homes, and sending people overseas for trials

Question 5

Criticism of British people

Answer 5

Colonist repeatedly asked for changes and felt repeatedly ignored

Question 6

Statement of separation

Answer 6

The colonist declared themselves free and independent country with all powers of an independent country has, and they signed a document, knowing that they could be sentenced to treason