Read the passage and answer the question.
Patrick lived in the British colonies in North America. He learned to read at a local church as a child because the British did not provide schools for colonial children. Sometimes, his family had to let British soldiers live in their home by order of the king. He grew to dislike the king and, when he got older, he gave a speech in public complaining about how the king treated colonists. He was arrested by British authorities and put in prison. He was then sent to England to stand trial.
In what way did the British violate Patrick's natural rights as they are described in the Declaration of Independence?
A.
The British violated Patrick's right to liberty by imprisoning him and sending him to England.
B.
The British violated Patrick's right to the pursuit of happiness by housing soldiers in his home.
C.
The British violated Patrick's right to an education by not providing a school for him.
D.
The British violated Patrick's right to free speech by arresting him for what he said about the king.