Question

The American Declaration of Independence (1776) cited "unalienable rights" that were heavily influenced by which philosopher?

• A. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
• B. John Locke
• C. Thomas Hobbes
• D. Immanuel Kant

Answer 1

Answer:

B. John Locke

American Declaration of Independence (1776, USA)

• American colonies declared independence from Britain, citing “unalienable rights” to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
  

• Drew from philosopher John Locke’s ideas of natural rights and government by consent.