Question

primary source analysis
question # 10
read the excerpt from the declaration of independence. then,
answer each question to interpret the meaning of the
preamble.
why is the government \instituted\ or created?
a
to \secure these rights\
b
to \alter or abolish\ the people
c
to \become destructive\
\that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among
men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, -
-that whenever any form of government becomes destructive of
these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it...\

Explanation:

The text "That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men..." directly states the purpose of government creation. Options B and C are incorrect interpretations as the text does not suggest government is to "alter or abolish" the people or to "become destructive".

Answer:

A. To “secure these rights”