The Declaration of Independence Begins, "We Hold These Truths to Be

question 15

Essay

The Declaration of Independence begins, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal . . . ." What two groups discussed in the chapter obviously were not meant to be included in that group? How did each of these groups obtain more equality? Who was important to each respective movement? Did these movements overlap and draw upon each other at any point?

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Definitions:

Multifactorial Transmission

The determination of traits by a combination of both genetic and environmental factors in which a genotype provides a range within which a phenotype may be expressed.

Genetic Factors

Elements within an organism's genetic makeup that influence its physical and behavioral traits.

Environmental Factors

Environmental factors refer to external influences on living organisms that can affect their growth, development, and survival.

In Vitro Fertilization

A medical procedure whereby an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body, with the resulting embryo then transferred to the uterus for pregnancy.