Question

How did Lord Edward Coke's interpretation of English common law lead to the creation of the Declaration of Independence?

Colonists defended their right to representation through Lord Coke's interpretation of the Magna Carta.

Colonists used Lord Coke's interpretation of English common law to explain the need for a trial by ordeal.

Colonists cemented their claims to local church governance through Lord Coke's interpretations.

Colonists' loose interpretations of Lord Coke's judicial precedent provided cause for detailed explanation by Parliament in regard to taxation.

Answer 1

According to lord Edward coke, common law is : most common birth right that the subject hath for the safeguard and defense, not merely his goods , lands, and revenues, but of his wife , his body , fame and life

This interpretation eventually lead to the the creation of Magna Charta which became the basis of Declaration of independence