Most of the Text of the Declaration of Independence

question 10

Multiple Choice

Most of the text of the Declaration of Independence:

• A) was originally drafted by Benjamin Franklin and then brilliantly edited by Thomas Jefferson.
• B) consists of a list of grievances against King George III.
• C) is an updated version of John Locke's classic, The Rights of Man.
• D) specifically attacks the idea that Parliament has a right to enact any laws for the colonies.

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Definitions:

Upper South

A subregion of the southeastern United States, typically considered to include states like Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, known for their distinct historical, economic, and cultural characteristics compared to the Deep South.

John Bell

A Tennessee politician who was the Constitutional Union Party candidate for president in 1860, known for his moderate stance on the issue of slavery.

Elkhorn Tavern

A historically significant building located within Pea Ridge National Military Park in Arkansas, known for its role during the Civil War.

Honey Springs

The site of a significant 1863 Civil War battle in the Indian Territory, where Union forces secured a victory that was pivotal for control over the region.