A is declaring the independance of the US from Britain, B was to plan the structure of the new government and to create a confederation-some kind of government. C was an attempt by the barons to stop a king – in this case John – abusing his power with the people of England suffering. D was for 1) to form a more perfect union; 2) establish justice; 3) insure domestic tranquility; 4) provide for the common defense; 5) promote the general welfare; and 6) secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.
The significance of the 1893 World's Colombian Exhibition in regards to ragtime was that it was the first time large numbers of Americans were exposed to the style.