Based on the text, why did the colonists believe that this declaration was necessary?
A
Bachuse the British violated their natural rights, the colonists believed that they should be free of British rule
B
Because the British protected their freedoms, the colonists believed that they should support their leaders.
С
Because the British king lied to the colonists, the colonists believed that they should elect new leaders.
D
Because the British king was very powerful, the colonists believed that they should follow all of his laws.