Why were the signers of the Declaration of Independence considered to be courageous? a They were citizens of Great Britain and could have been executed for treason. b They were citizens of the United States and could have been executed for treason. c They were leaders who risked being alienated from their friends. d They were wealthy men who risked losing their livelihoods,

b. They were citizens of the United States and could have been executed for treason

Explanation:

Even though there was no legal reason for the signers of the Declaration of Independence to sign, Jefferson and other Founders signed the Declaration of Independence because they saw it as a way to mutually pledge that they'll support it with their lives, fortunes and the sacred honor.

It was considered a courageous act because they realized that treason was being committed by doing so.

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