Thomas Jefferson articulated the real rationale for throwing off British rule in the Declaration of Independence as A. Allowing
slavery to continue in the colonies B. Embracing the divine right of kings. C. Mandating that government officials should be elected for fixed terms. D. The fundamental right of self-governance.
The Declaration of Independence was very influenced by the Enlightenment movement, especially by the philosopher John Locke.
John Locke defended that there were a series of rights that were natural rights - life, liberty and ownership of the property -. Locke also defended that if the government fails to protect those natural rights, people have the fundamental right to demand the change of government.
