Read the Preamble from the Declaration of Independence. Which conclusion
from the Declaration of Independence is best supported by the reasoning in
this paragraph?
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.
A. People should publicly declare their grievances before taking a
drastic action.
B. Governments should not be overthrown for light and trivial
reasons.
C. Those who abolish their government are accountable to
humankind for their action.
D. Governments exist to protect the people who created them.