Question

“the history of the present king of great britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute tyranny over these states. to prove this, let facts be submitted to a candid world.”

• from the declaration of independence

this phrase from the declaration of independence and its primary author thomas jefferson can be used to justify which statement?
a jefferson thought this document could be used in his defense were he put on trial for treason.
b jefferson knew that the colonists’ actions would have an international impact.
c jefferson believed that a bill of rights was necessary in the new government.
d jefferson was trying to show the king that the colonists were intellectuals.

Explanation:

The phrase presents the colonists' grievances against the King to an international audience ("candid world"), which shows Jefferson intended to frame the colonists' cause as just to gain international support and recognition, meaning he knew the document would have an international impact. Options A, C, and D are not supported by the specific phrase provided.

Answer:

B. Jefferson knew that the colonists' actions would have an international impact.