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Home Flashcards History The Declaration of IndependenceShared Flashcard Set In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks about independence through his use of big words and fancy argument skills. Which is the best revision to the sentence? In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson uses his command of the English language to make a powerful argument for American independence. The Declaration of Independence, drafted primarily by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, reveals important insights about Jefferson's views on government and individual rights. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like In the Declaration of Independence , Thomas Jefferson affirmed, Humanists writers wrote in the common everyday language , or _____ of a region, How was the outcome of the French Revolution most like that of the American Revolution? and more. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to explain A. the problems the colonists had with British rule. B. the reasons colonists formed the Continental Congress. C. why some colonists refused to boycott British goods. D. why the colonies had the Boston Tea Party., The English Bill of Rights, which influenced the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A. What points about human rights does Jefferson make at the beginning of the Declaration? B. Why does he begin with these observations before addressing the colonists' situation?, A. What is the most convincing evidence that Jefferson cites to support his points? Explain. B. How would you rate the overall effectiveness of his Note: The following text is a transcription of the Stone Engraving of the parchment Declaration of Independence (the document on display in the Rotunda at the National Archives Museum.) The spelling and punctuation reflects the original. Thomas Jefferson was the principal drafter of the Declaration of Independence. The Second Continental Congress met in June of 1776 and the delegates chose Jefferson, their reasoning was he was an awkward speaker but a talented writer and his reputation as a writer has preceded him to Philadelphia. On July 4, 1776, the United States officially declared its independence from the British Empire when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration was authored by a “Committee of Five”—John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman—with Jefferson as the main drafter. But Jefferson himself later admitted Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The purpose of the Declaration of Independence, The five parts of the Declaration of Independence, the introduction and more. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson listed a series of grievances that colonists had against British rule. What purpose did this serve? -The list identified changes that would be made under the new government. -The list explained the reasons for declaring independence. -The list outlined how the British broke the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which statement best describes the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence?, Which of the following is a central idea in the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence?, Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence."We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an Read the excerpt from the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence."And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor."Why does Jefferson conclude with this statement? How the Declaration of Independence was written Dramatization of events surrounding the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which was written by Thomas Jefferson and approved by the Continental Congress and signed on July 4, 1776. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?, When was the Declaration of Independence passed?, Thomas Jefferson's personal collection of books became the foundation of what? and more. C) Thomas Jefferson, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin Who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence? — A) Roger Sherman B) John Adams C) Benjamin Franklin D) Thomas Jefferson D) Thomas Jefferson The Declaration of Independence is highly critical of what king? Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The purpose of the Declaration of Independence, The five parts of the Declaration of Independence, the introduction and more. He was president from 1801 to 1809. He was president when the United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803. Jefferson started the University of Virginia in 1819. Thomas Jefferson died on July 4, 1826. Declaration of Independence Page 2 Reading text only The Declaration of Independence is an important document for Americans. Jefferson begins the introduction to the Declaration of Independence by stating his major premise and giving examples, and then explains the relationship between the colonies and Britain. 1 / 15 Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like In June 1775 most colonists supported Independence, Most colonists believed that Parliament would change its policies once the Americans found gold., King George was not willing to negotiate with Americans during the summer of 1775. and more.
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