Question

document 7 - declaration of independence (july 4, 1776)
the american revolution had already begun when the declaration of independence was signed. the declaration of independence was written in early 1776 by thomas jefferson. it was meant to be a letter to king george iii that outlined the grievances (complaints) of the colonists. it was edited by john adams and benjamin franklin. the following are excerpts from the grievances section of the declaration of independence.
\for quartering large bodies of armed troops among us.\
\for cutting off our trade with all parts of the world.\
\for imposing taxes on us without our consent.\
\for depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of trial by jury.\
\for suspending our own legislatures, and declaring themselves invested with power to legislate for us in all cases whatsoever.\

1. why was the declaration of independence created?

a.

1. according to the document, what are the colonists grievances?

a.

1. based on the document, was it the right decision for the colonists to break away from great britain? why?

a.

Explanation:

1. The Declaration of Independence was created to outline the colonists' grievances against King George III and to declare their independence. It was a formal statement of separation from British rule.
2. The colonists' grievances include quartering of armed troops, cutting - off trade, imposing taxes without consent, depriving of trial by jury, and suspending legislatures.
3. This is a subjective question. Arguments for it being the right decision could include the violation of colonists' rights as listed in the grievances. Arguments against would depend on factors such as economic stability and security under British rule. However, considering the long - term development of the United States, the break - away led to the formation of an independent nation.

Answer:

1. To outline the colonists' grievances against King George III and declare independence.
2. Quartering large bodies of armed troops, cutting off trade with all parts of the world, imposing taxes without consent, depriving of the benefits of trial by jury, suspending own legislatures.
3. Subjective. Arguments for: Violation of colonists' rights. Arguments against: Considerations like economic stability and security under British rule. Long - term, led to formation of an independent nation.