Which response best explains the role of the Declaration of Independence?(1 point)

Question

Responses

to reconcile with the King of England
to reconcile with the King of England

to create a new government
to create a new government

to establish a commander in chief of the Continental Army
to establish a commander in chief of the Continental Army

to state the colonists’ intent to battle for independence

Answer 1

The response that best explains the role of the Declaration of Independence is:

to state the colonists’ intent to battle for independence.

This document formally announced the colonies' separation from Britain and articulated their reasons for seeking independence.