Slide 1: Introduction - Title: Comparing Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence and Thomas Paine’s Common Sense - Briefly introduce the topic and the importance of these documents in American history

Slide 2: Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence - Provide a brief overview of the Declaration of Independence - Highlight key points and themes, such as natural rights, government’s role, and the right to revolution

Slide 3: Thomas Paine’s Common Sense - Provide a brief overview of Common Sense - Highlight key points and themes, such as the need for independence, criticism of monarchy, and the power of the people

Slide 4: Similarities between the Documents - Compare and contrast the key similarities between the Declaration of Independence and Common Sense - Highlight shared themes, such as the importance of independence and the right to self-governance

Slide 5: Differences between the Documents - Compare and contrast the key differences between the Declaration of Independence and Common Sense - Highlight differences in tone, audience, and purpose

Slide 6: Groups Inspired by the Declaration of Independence - List various groups of people who were inspired by the Declaration of Independence - Include a brief summary of how they were inspired and their actions, such as: - American colonists: Inspired to fight for independence from British rule - Abolitionists: Inspired by the document’s emphasis on natural rights to argue against slavery - Women’s rights activists: Inspired by the document’s language of equality to advocate for women’s rights

Slide 7: Groups Inspired by Common Sense - List various groups of people who were inspired by Common Sense - Include a brief summary of how they were inspired and their actions, such as: - American colonists: Inspired to support the idea of independence and join the Revolutionary War effort - Anti-monarchists: Inspired to question the legitimacy of monarchy and advocate for republican forms of government - Enlightenment thinkers: Inspired by Paine’s rational arguments to challenge traditional authority and promote democratic ideals

Slide 8: Conclusion - Summarize the similarities and differences between the Declaration of Independence and Common Sense - Highlight the impact and influence of these documents on various groups of people - Emphasize their lasting significance in shaping American history and ideals

Slide 9: References - List the sources used for the presentation (books, articles, websites, etc.)