The Declaration of Independence was first and foremost a(n)
1) philosophical treatise
2) political document
3) attempt to persuade King George III to listen to the colonies
4) plan of action
Answer (2)
The Declaration of Independence is primarily a political document that declared the American colonies' intention to separate from Britain. It articulated grievances and sought to unify support for independence. While it holds philosophical elements, its primary purpose was to establish political sovereignty. ;
The Declaration of Independence is primarily a political document that declared the colonies' intention to separate from Britain and outlined their grievances. While it includes philosophical concepts, its main goal was to assert political sovereignty and unify support for independence. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2) political document.
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