Social StudiesQuestion 106 of 120
The Declaration of Independence (1776) was written primarily to—
a.establish the three branches of government
b.explain why the colonies were separating from Britain
c.abolish slavery
d.create the Supreme Court
Explanation
The Declaration of Independence stated the colonies' reasons for breaking away from British rule. It emphasized ideas like natural rights and government by consent. Thomas Jefferson was its principal author.
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