Question

Most of the text of the Declaration of Independence:

a. was originally drafted by Benjamin Franklin and then brilliantly edited by Thomas Jefferson.
b. is an irrefutable argument for the notion of virtual representation.
c. is an updated version of John Locke's classic, The Rights of Man.
d. consists of a list of grievances against King George III.
e. specifically attacks the idea that Parliament has a right to enact any laws for the colonies.

Answer 1

The majority of the text of the Declaration of Independence consists of a list of grievances against King George III. It was written by Thomas Jefferson and influenced by the ideas of John Locke.

Step-by-step explanation:

The majority of the text of the Declaration of Independence consists of a list of grievances against King George III. It was written by Thomas Jefferson and officially proclaimed the colonies' separation from Britain. The Declaration of Independence was influenced by the ideas of English philosopher John Locke and expressed the colonists' belief in their inalienable rights.