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NikkiZoeller
NikkiZoeller
17.06.2020 • 
English

How does the following statement in the Declaration of Independence support the conclusion that America must form its own government?
That to secure these rights, governments are instituted
among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of
the governed. That whenever any form of government
becomes destructive to these ends, it is the right of the
people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new
government, laying its foundation on such principles and
organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem
most likely to effect their safety and happiness.
O A. It establishes the idea that government is based on the will of the
people.
O B. It stirs strong emotions by accusing the British king of various
offenses.
O C. It explains how the British government has failed to protect the
people's rights.
O D. It quotes familiar, trusted sources to appeal to readers' ethos.

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