Step four: prepare your self-declaration of independence in a narrative format including the five components that the original contains. a. preamble include two to three sentences about why you are writing this document. it is your introduction.       b. background in two sentences, provide answers as to why you have the right to declare your independence.       c. list of grievances list six sentences or more explaining how you have been wronged or treated unfairly.       d. explanation in two to three sentences, explain how you have tried to solve the problem before now.       e. conclusion provide one or two sentences telling what you intend to do at this time.