Question

The colonists in the Declaration of Independence referred to King George III as a tyrant, and best defined as which of the selections listed below? Select one: A. a ruler who exceeds moral standards for decent behavior B. a ruler who agrees to hear grievances from the people C. a ruler who, though s/he controls the government, does not have the consent of the governed D. a ruler who follows the will of the people rather than written laws

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

a ruler who, though s/he controls the government, does not have the consent of the governed

Step-by-step explanation:

The colonists believed that government derives its power from the consent of the governed, and they believed that a leader disliked by citizens and who violates their rights is unjust, and a tyrant.

Answer 2

d

Step-by-step explanation:

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