Question

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. A. The colonists would create a list of rights that would be used as written laws by the king. B. The king must provide people with certain rights even if he does not agree with them. C. The colonists would like to be given the ability to create their own government. D. People have rights that come from no government or law or agreement. He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good. A. The king created laws that have not been necessary for the public good. B. The king did not approve laws that were good and important for the colonies. C. The colonists have been unable to follow the laws imposed by the king. D. The oppression of the colonists has been so great that they could not create new laws. Which of the following quotes demonstrates that the colonists were influenced by English writers and philosophers? A. "He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good." B. "The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations." C. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights." D. "He has made Judges dependent on his Will alone, for the tenure of their offices, and the amount and payment of their salaries." Which quote from the Declaration of Independence asserts that King George III has abused the colonists’ rights? A. "becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them" B. "The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations" C. "it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government" D. "and accordingly all experience hath shewn that mankind are more disposed to suffer" We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America solemnly publish and declare, that these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be free and independent states. A. The colonists believe that the current British king is not an effective ruler, and they are demanding that Parliament find an immediate replacement for him. B. The British government has supported the natural rights of the colonists over time, but the colonists believe they can do a better job on their own. C. The British government has not provided enough control to ensure the people’s safety and happiness, so the colonists are making a request for additional laws. D. The colonists will no longer be governed by the British king or Parliament, but will have their own government where they will create new laws. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. A. Conducting elections so that citizens may vote for government officials B. Protecting the right of Americans to free speech and political expression C. Offering medical care for all Americans affected by war or other conflict D. Teaching the children of Americans the only proper way to contact officials

Answer 1

The Declaration of Independence, influenced by Enlightenment ideals, accuses King George III of denying colonists' inherent rights and declares the colonies' right to establish an independent government. It highlights the belief in natural rights and the importance of consent in governance.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Declaration of Independence is a historical document written by Thomas Jefferson that outlines the reasons for the American colonies' separation from Britain. It draws on Enlightenment ideals and the works of English philosophers like John Locke, articulating the belief that people have natural rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, which governments are created to protect. The Declaration accuses King George III of abuses and usurpations, asserting that the colonists have the right to form a new government when the existing one becomes destructive of these ends.

Which quote from the Declaration of Independence asserts that King George III has abused the colonists’ rights? The answer is B. "The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations" which directly accuses the king of violating the colonists' rights. It reflects the influence of English political thought and history, drawing parallels with the removal of King James II in 1689 and asserting a similar right of the people to overthrow a tyrannical ruler.

The colonies' intention to form their own government is explicitly mentioned in the phrase, "We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America solemnly publish and declare, that these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be free and independent states". This statement signifies their resolve to establish an independent government separate from British rule, highlighting the importance of self-governance and the protection of fundamental rights.