Repition in the Declaration of Independence

Repetition in “The Declaration of Independence”

Thomas Jefferson used various techniques in writing “The Declaration of Independence.” He was very careful about what he wrote, which turned out well for him, because the outcome was tremendous. With his use of repetition, Jefferson caught the eyes and ears of many Americans and emphasized his opinion about the government. Jefferson started by explaining the rights that all men have: “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” These rights are presented to man when they are born, and should be used to control their government and abolish any governments that try to obstruct these rights. Jefferson follows this statement by repeating the word he, which refers to the executive, judicial and legislative powers of the government. Jefferson told how “He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most . . . necessary for the public Good,” and how “He send hither Swarms of Officers to harass our People, and eat out their Substance.” He comments on the destructive government and how the rights of the people were demolished because of this