Asked by Faith Schier on Jun 13, 2024

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Why was the Declaration of Independence a remarkable political statement for its time?

A) It convinced southern states to abolish slavery.
B) It persuaded the British government to give back all of the tax revenue it had collected from the colonies.
C) It ended the Revolutionary War by offering a compromise with the British government.
D) It helped unify colonial groups that were divided along economic,regional,and philosophical lines by identifying shared problems,grievances,and principles.

Declaration of Independence

A foundational document adopted on July 4, 1776, in which the thirteen American colonies declared their independence from British rule.

Revolutionary War

The Revolutionary War, also known as the American Revolution, was the conflict between thirteen American colonies and British rule that led to the formation of the United States of America after the colonies won their independence.

Compromise

An agreement or settlement reached by each party making concessions.

  • Comprehend the philosophical underpinnings and political ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence.
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Dijion WallsJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Declaration of Independence was a remarkable political statement for its time because it helped unify colonial groups that were divided along economic, regional, and philosophical lines by identifying shared problems, grievances, and principles. It did not convince southern states to abolish slavery, persuade the British government to give back all tax revenue it had collected from the colonies, or end the Revolutionary War by offering a compromise with the British government.