1. Summary of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was written as a set of guidelines by the founders of our nation. ... The whole declaration is a list of rights which the Americans rewarded themselves with such as the freedom to pursue their own lifestyles, freedom and happiness. ... They were no longer obligated to pay taxes to Britain, they did not have to worry about being represented or not in England's political system, they could worship whoever or whatever they wanted and they were now free to live in any way they pleased. ...
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- Grade Level: High School