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Below is an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence. Which popular
Enlightenment idea is reflected in this writing?

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are
created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with
certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life,
Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. – That to secure
these rights, Governments are instituted among Men,
deriving their just powers from the consent of the
governed, – That whenever any Form of Government
becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the
People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new
Government, laying its foundation on such principles and
organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem
most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.

A. A government works best when political power is divided between
leaders

B. People are naturally evil and need to be controlled by strong
leaders

C. Governments should be overthrown if they violate people's natural
rights

D. The laws in a country must be obeyed by all citizens, including
political leaders


Sagot :

C. Governments should be overthrown if they violate people's natural rights

Explanation:

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