Question

What is the central belief about government expressed in the beginning of the Declaration of Independence?

OA.
Government receives its power from God, not from kings, and therefore the rule of England should not be recognized.
OB. Government receives its power from its own military strength and does not deserve to rule if its armies can be beaten.
OC. Government receives its power from the people and should be changed if it does not ensure their safety and happiness.
OD. Government should consist of three separate but equal branches that watch each other to ensure no abuse of power.

Answer 1

The answer is Government receives its power from the people and should be changed if it does not ensure their safety and happiness.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The whole declaration of Independence is a reasoned document that lists why the colonies were unhappy.

B is not mentioned. Those grievances had to do the George's miss use of power.

D is what the constitution does, not the declaration.

A is the exact thing that fathers did not want. Religion was not part of the process.

C is the last sentence of the second paragraph and it is the answer.