The Declaration of Independence
A. borrowed heavily from perviously published colonial documents
B. was never formally approved by the 2nd continental congress
C. avoided making any direct criticism of the King
D. called for the formation of a two-party democracy
E. originally recommended that all slaves be freed
Answer: A. borrowed heavily from perviously published colonial documents
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