Historical Foundations - Breakdown of the Declaration of Independence

Question 1

Preamble

Answer 1

• purpose: introduction of why the declaration was being written
• content: explains why Congress is formally separating from the king

Question 2

Declaration of Rights

Answer 2

• purpose: describes how a government should treat the citizens
• content: men are equal in Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness

Question 3

List of Grievances

Answer 3

• purpose: feelings about King George III

- content: detailed list of charges against the King

Question 4

Resolution of Independence

Answer 4

• purpose: declare colonies free and independent of the crown
• content: colonists wanted to preserve peace but force to declare independence