Question

question 12 (5 points)
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which statement was in an early draft of the declaration of independence, but not in the final version?
a) governments must be based on the consent of the people.
b) slavery was evil.
c) britain took way colonists natural rights.
d) parliament should include representatives from the colonies.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The idea of government based on consent of the people is in the final Declaration (part of social contract theory used).
• Option B: Thomas Jefferson's early draft had a passage criticizing slavery as evil, but it was removed due to opposition from Southern colonies.
• Option C: The final Declaration includes accusations that Britain violated colonists' natural rights.
• Option D: The Declaration focuses on independence from Britain, not on colonial representation in Parliament.

Answer:

B) Slavery was evil.