The first, briefer section of the Declaration of Independence dealt with ________, while the second included ________.
A. the announcement of American independence; the reasons why such a declaration must be made at this time
B. the general right of revolution based on natural rights; the specific offenses of King George III by which England forfeited its right to rule Americans
C. American grievances; reasons for now becoming independent of the English
D. the assertion that all men are created equal; the rights of life, liberty, and happiness as justifications for severing ties with England
Answer: B
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