Thomas jefferson's intent when writing the declaration of independence was to
a. provide an emotional appeal to his british audience.
b. motivate the american people to continue their revolutionary efforts.
c. convince british loyalists within the colonies to abandon their allegiance to king george.
d. state and justify a clear argument for independence.

What was the main point of helen hunt jackson's book, century of dishonor? a. it showed how unfairly american settlers were treated by the us government. b. it proved that american government was not responsive to the will of the people. c. it made the point that free land was no longer available to new settlers out west. d. it outlined the poor treatment of the native americans by the government.