The Declaration of Independence aimed to end British rule in the American colonies and grant citizens:
1. The right to self-govern: The Declaration of Independence sought to establish a government by the people, for the people, where citizens have the authority to make decisions and govern themselves through elected representatives. This concept is fundamental to the principles of democracy and was a key objective of the document.
2. The ability to live without a government: This statement is inaccurate. The Declaration of Independence did not advocate for living without a government but rather for the establishment of a government that derives its power from the consent of the governed, ensuring that it serves the interests and protects the rights of its citizens.
Therefore, the correct answer is: The right to self-govern.
