Question

What is the role of true government as Thomas Jefferson portrays it in The Declaration of Independence?

A) to guide the nation into a lasting peace.
B) to levy taxes and declare wars.
C) to protect the rights of its citizens.
D) to represent the people in legislative bodies.

Answer 1

It's C I'm very sure!

Answer 2

The correct answer is option C) "to protect the rights of its citizens". When the Declaration of Independence was being written, the role of the a true government was being discussed by the founding fathers. Thomas Jefferson agreed that the main role of the government was the protection of people's right, which people give implicit consent by accepting the laws and services of the government.