Question

Which of the following correctly explains how the Declaration of Independence argued that the British government had violated the concept of the social contract?(1 point) Responses The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the source of government power is the people. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the source of government power is the people. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the British government did not live up to its obligation to protect natural rights. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the British government did not live up to its obligation to protect natural rights. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the British government upheld the rule of God. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the British government upheld the rule of God. The Declaration of Independence demonstrated its opposition to the concept of divine right of kings.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The Declaration of Independence demonstrated how the British government did not live up to its obligation to protect natural rights.