Which statement accurately describes one of Thomas Jefferson's main points in the Declaration of Independence? The people owe allegiance only to a rightfully appointed king.

Governments get their power from the consent of the governed.

Slavery is a disgraceful institution that can have no part in any free society.

The most noble and universal truths can be found in nature.

trade in silk, spices, and precious metals.

answer first choice

false the first governing document in the us history was the articles of federation

the national congress's powers over the states were specific and definite: it had the sole power to negotiate treaties, declare war, and make peace. all powers not granted to congress were reserved for state governments. congress had no power to levy taxes, for example.