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Why did the colonists feel justified in declaring their independence from Britain?
They wanted to establish their own government
What was one of the main reasons why the colonists declared their independence from Britain?
They were unhappy with British taxation policies
Which statement best describes the colonists' justification for declaring independence from Britain?
They believed in the natural rights of individuals
Which of the following is NOT a reason why the colonists decided to remove the passage from the Declaration of Independence?
They did not want to acknowledge their own involvement in slavery
What did the colonists mean by 'a distant people who never offended him' in the passage?
The enslaved people in another hemisphere
Why did the colonists want to maintain the support of other countries?
To gain military assistance
What did the colonists want to focus on in the Declaration of Independence?
Their grievances against the British king
Test your knowledge on the justification for the colonists' declaration of independence from Britain. Explore the main reasons behind their decision and see if you can identify the most accurate statement regarding their justification.
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