a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine that criticized monarchies because they were unfair (the people should make the laws, not king/queen) and convinced many American colonists of the need to break away from Britain.
people who fought for Independence
Also known as Tories. people who were loyal to Britain
This document was adopted by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. It established the 13 colonies as independent states, from free rule by Great Britain.
3 True/False Question
Patrick Henry → people who fought for Independence
unalienable rights → These rights are fundamental or natural rights guarenteed to people naturally instead of by the law. They include life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Thomas Pain → He helped write the Declaration of Independence. He said men process unalienable right such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness