The Declaration of Independence
Explore the historical context, key figures, and enduring principles of the Declaration of Independence with this comprehensive worksheet for Grade 7 social studies.
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The Declaration of Independence
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
George Washington
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
2. When was the Declaration of Independence officially adopted by the Continental Congress?
July 4, 1776
September 17, 1787
December 7, 1787
March 4, 1789
3. The Declaration of Independence declared the colonies' separation from .
4. The Declaration states that all men are created equal and endowed with certain unalienable rights, including Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of .
5. The Declaration of Independence established the United States Constitution.
True
False
6. What were two main purposes of the Declaration of Independence?
7. Explain the meaning of the phrase 'unalienable rights' as found in the Declaration.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
8. The Declaration of Independence listed numerous against King George III.
9. The signing of the Declaration marked a major step towards American from Great Britain.
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