The following is an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence written in 1776. This statement helps to tell why we set aside the week of September 17th as Celebrate Freedom Week. "We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness--That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed."

1. What part of this statement from the Declaration of Independence is most important to your life?
2. Why do you think it is important to recognize these documents and Celebrate Freedom Week?

Write a 4-5 sentence response to EACH of the 2 questions above!!