The American Revolution · 1763 – 1783
The Declaration of Independence
The philosophy and grievances found in America's founding document.
Key Questions
- 1What are 'unalienable rights' according to Thomas Jefferson?
- 2What were the specific complaints listed against King George III?
- 3Who was excluded from the promise of equality in 1776?
Common Core State Standards
C3: D2.Civ.8.3-5C3: D2.His.14.3-5
Grade: 5th Grade
Subject: Early American History
Unit: The American Revolution
Period: 1763 – 1783
Suggested Methodologies
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