One purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to -))
A)
ask Parliament to end the slave trade in America.
B)
create a new government with three separate branches.
persuade members of Parliament to dissolve the monarchy.
D)
explain to other countries why the colonies had to revolt to gain support.

one of the main reasons was definitely slavery. back in 1861, republican abraham lincoln was elected and ended up being a major influence in the slavery business. slavery greatly affected the texas economy because back in 1845 during the annexation of texas, slaves became a big part of the texas population. many texans that were in favor of the secession influenced groups through party ties.

if i am correct the answer is going to be a) the federal program of reconstruction ended.