Purchase Solution

Sections of the US Declaration of Independence

Not what you're looking for?

Ask Custom Question

Describe the different sections of the Declaration. What does the bulk of the Declaration consist of, and why? Which section has had the most lasting relevance and why? What groups were excluded from Jefferson's statements, and what were their arguments for being included?

Purchase this Solution

Solution Summary

The solution discusses the 5 key sections of the American Declaration of Independence.

Solution Preview

5 sections:

Introductory sentence: Asserts man's freedom as a matter of natural law; promises to explain why freedom is demanded.

Preamble: Identifies the rights and ideals of man and the "right to revolution" when the government violates those certain rights.

The statement of the King's offenses: Identifies various wrongs of King George--> Taxation without representation, Deprived trial by jury, suspended American legislatures. This section also is used to persuade ...

Purchase this Solution


Free BrainMass Quizzes
African Nationalism and Independence

Students can test their knowledge about African nationalism and independence.

The Transatlantic Slave Trade

Basic quiz about the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

The French Revolution

This quiz covers the first French Revolution of 1789-94.

US World History Test II

Major Events from 1452 to 1877

The New Government Begins

The quiz is designed to test your knowledge of American history after a new government and Constitution are put in place.