2025 civics test · Question 9 of 128 · Principles of American Government

What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

Q: What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence said the thirteen American colonies were free and independent from Britain. It was adopted on July 4, 1776, which is why Americans celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July. Thomas Jefferson was its main writer.

In Chinese 哪份建国文件宣布美洲殖民地脱离英国、获得自由？

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Declaration of Independence《独立宣言》

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The Declaration of Independence said the thirteen American colonies were free and independent from Britain. It was adopted on July 4, 1776, which is why Americans celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July. Thomas Jefferson was its main writer.

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What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

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