Question

The declaration of independence cites specific reasons for separating from british rule. What are these specific reasons?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Declaration of Independence cites specific reasons for separating from British rule, including Britain taxing and maintaining permanent troops without consent.

Explanation:

The authors of the Declaration of Independence want everyone to understand the exact reasons why they feel Britain maltreats the colony. These reasons include the fact that the British: Guarded large armies in the provinces and forced the colonies to pay them and shelter them.

The American colonies chose to declare independence from Britain for various reasons. They believe the British mistreated the invaders. The British passed many tax laws that had an impact on the colonizers. The colony has no representation in Parliament to elect or discuss this law.

Answer 2

Answer: The answer is:

Natural rights such as life, liberty, and property

Explanation:

(Extract from the declaration of Independence)

".....all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

 The colonies saw a  tyrannical authority, many actions made them believe that their rights as British Citizens had been slowly eroded. Some of these actions by King George III included:

Rejecting legislation proposed by the colonies

Maintaining a strong military presence under his direct command

Destroying the colonists' right to self-rule.

Suppressing the colonial rebellion through violence and military means