U.S. Declaration of Independence Quiz

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The first and most prominent signature on the Declaration of Independence belongs to which signer?

John Hancock

What are the first words of the Declaration of Independence?

When in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with one another...

The bulk of the Declaration of Independence consists of what details?

Grievances against the king of England

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#1?

We hold these truths to be self-evident Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#2?

There is a creator Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#3?

The creator created all people equally and the creator gave all people unalienable rights Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#4?

The creator gave all people life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#5?

The real purpose of the government is to protect the people's rights Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#6?

The only power the government has comes through the people's agreement Signup and view all the answers

What are the claims of the Declaration of Independence?#7?

When the government stops protecting the people's rights, it's their right to change or destroy the government Signup and view all the answers

According to the Declaration of Independence, what must any state do when it dissolves political ties?

Declare the causes which impel them to the separation Signup and view all the answers

According to the Declaration of Independence, what are self-evident truths?

All men are created equal, we are endowed by our creator Signup and view all the answers

According to the Declaration of Independence, from what source do governments derive their authority?

Consent of the governed Signup and view all the answers

What were the complaints against the King of England listed in the Declaration?

Cutting off the colonies trade with other countries, taxing the colonists without their consent, and ignoring their petitions Signup and view all the answers

By which term is King George III called in the Declaration?

Present King of Great Britain Signup and view all the answers

How many colonies signed the Declaration of Independence?

13 Signup and view all the answers

What are the reasons the Constitution was written?

To form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 1?

Work to establish the branches of the federal government and describe what powers they have; Congress, Structure & Powers Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 2?

Presidential Elections and power thereof Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 3?

Judiciary structure and authority Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 4?

Rules concerning states Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 5?

Constitutional amendment Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 6?

The Supremacy Clause Signup and view all the answers

What are the articles of the Constitution and the topics they address? Article 7?

The ratification of the original constitution Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for a man or woman to become a member of the U.S. House?

25 years of age, have been a citizen of the United States for the past seven years... Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Declaration of Independence

John Hancock was the first and most prominent signer.
Opening phrase: "When in the course of human events..."
Majority of the document details grievances against King George III and echoes John Locke's philosophy on governance.
Key self-evident truths include equality of all men and the existence of a creator.
The creator grants unalienable rights: life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.
Government's primary role is to protect these rights.
Government derives power from the consent of the governed.
If a government fails to protect rights, citizens have the right to alter or abolish it.
States must declare their reasons for dissolving political ties, respecting the opinions of mankind.
Specific complaints against the King: interference in trade, taxation without consent, and neglect of petitions.
A total of 13 colonies signed the Declaration.

The Constitution

Written to create a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for defense, promote general welfare, and secure liberty.
Article 1 establishes federal branches and outlines Congressional powers (Congress structure & powers).
Article 2 addresses presidential elections and powers.
Article 3 outlines the judiciary structure and authority.
Article 4 discusses rules concerning states.
Article 5 covers constitutional amendments.
Article 6 includes the Supremacy Clause, asserting federal law's predominance.
Article 7 details the ratification process of the original Constitution.
Eligibility to serve in the U.S. House: minimum age of 25, seven years of U.S. citizenship required.

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