Question

How was the Declaration of Independence different from previous documents prepared by colonists? It committed the colonies to being independent. It asked King George III to take action. It did not list problems the colonists had with British rule. It was approved by the Continental Congress.

Answer 1

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The Declaration of Independence was different from previous documents prepared by colonists because it  committed the colonies to being independent.

The Declaration of Independence was a statement adopted by the United States through which thirteen states colonized by the Great Britain were freed. They were announced to become independent states.

Answer 2

The Declaration of Independence (1776) is basically significant because it was passed by the Continental Congress. The previous efforts tried to reason with the British to grant America its independence and then the armed struggle went on for over a year. Declaration of Independence was the real strong step to defy the British regime.