The Declaration of Independence

Grade 745 minutes

Learning Objective

I can recognize some important words and phrases from the Declaration of Independence and explain what they mean.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What does the phrase "no taxation without representation" mean in the context of the American colonies and their relationship with Great Britain?

2. According to the video, what are "unalienable rights" and what three examples are given in the Declaration of Independence?

3. Explain why the colonists felt it was important to declare independence from Great Britain.

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