Key reason for the Declaration of Independence?

Answer 1

Well the main reason for writing the Declaration of Independence was to do exactly what it says, declare their independence from Great Britain. But there were many other reasons, among them being they were being wrongfully, extravagantly taxed for common goods without proper representation in the British Parliament. And because they had no representation in Parliament, they were powerless. That was one huge reason.

Answer 2

• To declare to the world, that the British Colonies in America were declaring themselves an independent nation.

• To explain (by listing the grievences against the King) why the colonies were declaring independence.

Answer 3

Well the easiest way to explain it is that the fathers of our country wanted their land to be safe and free unlike their old homes in Europe.

Answer 4

The greatest grievance was the abuse of representative powers.

Answer 5

To declare independence.