A Hotlist on The Declaration of Independence

A Hotlist on The Declaration of Independence
An Internet Hotlist on The Declaration of Independence

created by Miss C. Fitzgerald
St. Agnes Cathedral School

Introduction | Authors of the Declaration of Independence | The Rights of Citizens | Why the Government was Created | Where the Government Gets its Power

Introduction
The Declaration of Independence is a cornerstone of American democracy. This 18th century document laid the foundation for what would become the United States of America. Please visit the websites by clicking on the link to answer the questions. Fill in your answers on your work sheet. Good Luck!

The Internet Resources

Authors of the Declaration of Independence

Visit this web site 'Congress for Kids' to read about the Declaration of Independence.' - 1. Name the five men who were appointed to write the Declaration of Independence.

The Rights of Citizens

Click on this site and read the first section to learn about the rights of citizens as stated in the Declaration of Independence - 2. What rights do all people have as stated in the Declaration of Independence?

Why the Government was Created

Visit this web site to answer question 3. - 3. According to the Declaration of Independence, why do people make governments?

Where the Government Gets its Power

Visit this web site to answer question 4. - 4. Who does the government get its power from, according to the Declaration of Independence?

Content by Miss C. Fitzgerald, cfitzgerald@stagnes-school.org
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Last revised Wed Oct 22 17:50:17 US/Pacific 2008