What was the name of the document the colonists sent to the King stating that they wanted to not be under his rule anymore?
the Declaration of Independence
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True or False? The King ripped up the Olive Branch Petition after he read it.
False - He refused to read it.
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What were the people free to do if their government abuses their unalienable rights?
They were free to form a new government.
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Explain why the signors of the Declaration of Independence would be considered traitors?
They were going against their own country and its leader; Britain and the King.
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Who was NOT on the committee that would prepare the Declaration? Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Robert Livingston
George Washington
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WHO/WHAT AM I? I was the last attempt that Congress made to avoid war. I informed the King that the American colonists were willing to remain loyal to Britain. I stated that war could be avoided if the colonists were given more freedom.
the Olive Branch Petition
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What are âunalienable rightsâ?
Rights that cannot be taken away.
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Whatâs the worst thing that could happen to the signors of the Declaration if the colonists were not successful in their fight for freedom?
They could be executed/hanged.
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Who did John Adams suggest to lead the Continental Army?
George Washington
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True or False? John Hancock was the President of the United States in 1775.
False - He was the president of Congress
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When was the Declaration approved?
July 4, 1776
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True or False? The goal of the Declaration of Independence was to tell the King that the colonists were still willing to be loyal to Britain.
False - The goal was separate from Britain.
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What kind of rebellion did the King say the American colonies were taking part in?
