The theory reflected in this portion of the Declaration of Independence is social contract. This theory posits that governments derive their power from the consent of the governed and emphasizes the right of the people to alter or abolish a government that does not serve their interests.
A)
Use the passage to answer the question.
"Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the
Governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these Ends, it is
the Right of the People to alter or abolish it."
What theory is reflected in this portion of the Declaration of Independence?
(2 points)
social contract
natural rights
bicameralism
anti-federalism
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