“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that men and women are created equal.”

Which of the following best describes the origins of this quotation as it relates to women’s equality?
A.It is from the US Constitution, written during the Second Continental Convention by Abigail Adams.
B.It is from the Declaration of Independence, written by the founders of the United States.
C.It is from the Seneca Falls Convention, using language from the Declaration of Independence.
D.It is from the National Woman Suffrage Association’s charter, written by Susan B. Anthony.

Question

“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that men and women are created equal.”

Which of the following best describes the origins of this quotation as it relates to women’s equality?
A.It is from the US Constitution, written during the Second Continental Convention by Abigail Adams.
B.It is from the Declaration of Independence, written by the founders of the United States.
C.It is from the Seneca Falls Convention, using language from the Declaration of Independence.
D.It is from the National Woman Suffrage Association’s charter, written by Susan B. Anthony.

anonymous · Answer

From the Seneca Falls Convention, modeled after the Declaration of Independence.