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The Enlightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by
Baron de Montesquieu
John Locke's theory that certain truths in society come from and are governed
by nature is known as the theory of
Natural Law
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract.
People gave up some of their rights to government in order to have better lives
and protection.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law.
Magna Carta
,Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the
U.S. constitution.
Established thought that individual rights should be listed and protected
What was the first document that established self-government by creating a
direct democracy in the colonies?
Mayflower Compact
This pamphlet was used to persuade members of the Second Continental
Congress and justified the ideals and reasons for independence from Great
Britian.
Common Sense
Give specific examples of colonial responses to English Policies.
Boston Tea Party, boycott, protest, literature, Common Sense
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of
Independence?
Taxation without representation, forced quartering violation of BR
, What were the main complaints/arguments against Britian in the Declaration of
Independence?
Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights, taxing without
representation, abusing power
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled
to basic rights such as life, liberty, and property.
Natural Rights
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States?
Which system of government did this document create?
Articles of Confederation, a confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
Central government had no power to tax, no national court system, no executive
branch, no power to enforce laws, no power to regulate trade, all 13 states were
needed to approve an amendment, approval of 9 of 13 states to enact laws
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution?
It introduces the goals and concepts outlined in the constitution + reinforces
principles of good government
Correct Answers
The Enlightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by
Baron de Montesquieu
John Locke's theory that certain truths in society come from and are governed
by nature is known as the theory of
Natural Law
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract.
People gave up some of their rights to government in order to have better lives
and protection.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law.
Magna Carta
,Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the
U.S. constitution.
Established thought that individual rights should be listed and protected
What was the first document that established self-government by creating a
direct democracy in the colonies?
Mayflower Compact
This pamphlet was used to persuade members of the Second Continental
Congress and justified the ideals and reasons for independence from Great
Britian.
Common Sense
Give specific examples of colonial responses to English Policies.
Boston Tea Party, boycott, protest, literature, Common Sense
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of
Independence?
Taxation without representation, forced quartering violation of BR
, What were the main complaints/arguments against Britian in the Declaration of
Independence?
Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights, taxing without
representation, abusing power
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled
to basic rights such as life, liberty, and property.
Natural Rights
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States?
Which system of government did this document create?
Articles of Confederation, a confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
Central government had no power to tax, no national court system, no executive
branch, no power to enforce laws, no power to regulate trade, all 13 states were
needed to approve an amendment, approval of 9 of 13 states to enact laws
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution?
It introduces the goals and concepts outlined in the constitution + reinforces
principles of good government
