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

Question

Responses

to state the colonists’ intent to battle for independence
to state the colonists’ intent to battle for independence

to create a new government
to create a new government

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

to establish a commander in chief of the Continental Army

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 declared the colonies' intention to break away from British rule and highlighted their reasons for seeking independence.