Match each document with its correct description. FOR EXAMPLE, 1 - F
1.
Magna Carta

2.
Charters of the VA Company of London

3.
Virginia Declaration of Rights

4.
Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom

5.
Declaration of Independence

6.
Articles of Confederation

A
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions

B
The first form of national government for the independent colonies. Created a weak central government that led to the writing of the US Constitution.


C
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights.

D
Stated grievances against the King of England. Declared the colonies' independence. Affirmed the "unalienable rights" of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Affirmed the idea that all people are created equal.

E
Guaranteed the rights of Englishman to the colonists.

F
Everyone, including the king, was subject to the laws. Gave Englishman basic rights and freedoms.