While the Opening Paragraph of the Declaration of Independence Was

question 9

Multiple Choice

While the opening paragraph of the Declaration of Independence was issued to break political ties with Great Britain, the second paragraph declares that a government's right to rule is based on:

• A) the will of the King.
• B) the elected officials of the colonies.
• C) the permission of the people who are governed.
• D) equal representation throughout the colonies.

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