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Understanding the Declaration of Independence: Key Concepts of Equality and Mankind

This chapter defines critical terms from the Declaration of Independence, including "declaration," "equal," and "men/mankind." A declaration is a formal statement outlining beliefs about good governance, grievances against King George, and the colonies' assertion of independence. The concept of equality asserts that all individuals are equal in the eyes of God and entitled to rights, including life and freedom. The term "men/mankind" in the 18th century included both men and women, highlighting the inclusive nature of these foundational ideals.

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Understanding the Declaration of Independence: Key Concepts of Equality and Mankind

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  1. Chapter 20 Pages 98-104

  2. Define these words: • declaration • equal • men/mankind

  3. declaration A paper that would tell their beliefs about good government, tell what King George had done wrong, & announce that the colonies were now free & independent states.

  4. equal • We are all equal in the eyes of God & we are all entitled to equal rights: the right to live, the right to be free, & the right to be able to try to find the kind of life that will make us happy.

  5. men/mankind We know that in the 18th century the words “men” & mankind included BOTH men & women.

  6. … • declaration- a paper written to the King telling him what he had done wrong, their beliefs about government, & that the states were independent • equal- we are all equal in the eyes of God • men/mankind-included both men & women

  7. The End By: Kori Lim

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