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Read the excerpts from historical documents.

From the Declaration of Independence:

. . . That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.

From the Declaration of Sentiments:

Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of those who suffer from it to refuse allegiance to it, and to insist upon the institution of a new government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness.

Why do Jefferson and Stanton include these similar excerpts in their documents?

because they are heartfelt praises intended to applaud activists
because they mention the Founding Fathers in an attempt to inspire
because they are powerful calls to change that define their causes
because they are battle cries that demand physical confrontation

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The answer is C: because they are powerful calls to change that define their causes. One seeking for independence from a destructive form of goverment, by altering and establishing a new one, with the right principles that will allow Safety and Happiness. Another cause seeking a change in the traditional roles for men and women, in which the women's rights should be respected and guaranteed.

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The correct answer is C.) because they are powerful calls to change that define their causes.
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