The writers of the declaration of independence were justifying their plan to

Become an Independent country from Great Britain

Explanation:They were seperating themselfs from Great Britain and creating a fullproof article that would allow them to split from Great Britain

Justify their independence from British Rule.

Explanation:

The thirteen colonies of Great Britain in America were in war with Britain for about a year before the Second Continental Congress proclaimed the Declaration of Independence. The "Declaration of Independence" was a document to justify the independence of the thirteen colonies. The document was approved 4th July 1776, with 12/13 colonies of America balloting in favor of Independence.

c. reserves power to the states and people

chavez's example shows that nonviolent protest can work well. it shows that one nonviolent man can stop a mob, which proves chavez's point and persuades people to protest nonviolently.