TeachWhizz

Key Ideas of the Declaration of Independence

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
1 views0 downloads

About This Worksheet

A reading comprehension worksheet focused on understanding the key ideas and significance of the Declaration of Independence.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Declaration of Independence
#Standard
#Reading Comprehension
#Key Ideas
#Explain the main reasons the American colonies sought independence.
#Compare different ideas expressed in the Declaration.
#Analyse the impact of the Declaration on American history.

Worksheet Preview

Full preview • 7 questions

Key Ideas of the Declaration of Independence

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz

Untitled Worksheet

Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Declaration of Independence

Source: Excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, 1776

'When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another...' Provenance: The official document adopted by the Second Continental Congress.

1.
Explain why the American colonies decided to declare independence according to the source. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the reasons for independence in the Declaration with other historical independence movements you know. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Key Ideas in the Declaration

Source: Excerpts from the Declaration of Independence

'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal...' 'That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men...' Provenance: The philosophical foundation of the document.

1.
Outline the main ideas expressed in this part of the Declaration. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse how these ideas might have influenced the colonies' decision to seek independence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

The Impact of the Declaration

Source: Historical analysis

'The Declaration of Independence became a symbol of freedom and inspired other nations to seek independence.' Provenance: A historian's view on the significance of the document.

1.
Explain the significance of the Declaration of Independence for the United States and other countries. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the Declaration’s impact on America with its influence on other nations' independence movements. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Critical Thinking

Discussion Prompt

Do you think the ideas in the Declaration of Independence are still important today? Why or why not? Support your answer with reasons. Note: Think about principles like equality and rights in modern society.

1.
Write a short paragraph expressing your opinion on the relevance of the Declaration’s ideas today. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

Quick Actions

What is Remix?

Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.

  • • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
  • • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
  • • Add more questions (10 → 15)
  • • Adjust difficulty

Details

Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
Type
worksheet
Report this resource

Related Worksheets

Essay Planning: The Role of Convicts in Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 9q

Timeline & Chronology of Convicts in Commonwealth Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 8q

Understanding Convicts in Colonization: Vocabulary & Concepts

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 0q

Interpretations of Convict Labour in Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 7q
Back to Library