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What is one of Jefferson's central ideas in the Declaration of Independence?

A) The colonists should unite against the British
B) Slavery is wrong and needs to be abolished
C) Everyone is created equal and has certain rights
D) All colonists should work with the British to create more effective local governments

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C, Everyone is created equal and has certain rights.

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I believe the answer should C.- Everyone is created equal and has certain rights. At this point, King George was still ruling and wanted taxes from Americans. 
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