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Which three of the following Enlightenment ideas influenced the writing of the Declaration of Independence?

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Answer:Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness"

In this activity, students discuss some of the ideals in the Declaration of Independence. Form small groups to discuss the meaning of the three natural rights that Jefferson identified in the Declaration of Independence: "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness."

Declaration of Independence - Right to life, liberty, pursuit of happiness; all men are created equal; right to overthrow government. Constitution - Based on popular sovereignty, created a new 3 branch government, used checks and balances.

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