EXAM: 7th Grade Civics EOC Full Review with
Correct Answers
The Enlgightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by Correct Answer-
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 Correct Answer-Natural Law
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract. Correct Answer-People gave for some of
their rights to government in order to have better lives.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law. Correct
Answer-Magna Carta
Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the U.S.
constitution. Correct Answer-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? Correct Answer-Mayflower Compact
, EXAM: 7th Grade Civics EOC Full Review with
Correct Answers
This pamphlet was used to persuade members of the Second Continental Congress and
justified the ideals and reasons for independence from Great Britian. Correct Answer-
Common Sense
Give specific examples of colonial responses to English Policies. Correct Answer-Boston Tea
Party, boycott, protest, literature
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence?
Correct Answer-Taxation without respresentation, forced quartering violation of BR
What were the main complaints/arguments against Britian in the Declaration of
Independence? Correct Answer-Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights,
taxing witout representation
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled to basic rights
such as life, liberty, and property. Correct Answer-Natural Rights
, EXAM: 7th Grade Civics EOC Full Review with
Correct Answers
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States? Which system
of government did this document create? Correct Answer-Articles of Confederation, a
confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Correct Answer-
Central government was too weak, document was inflexible and could not be be changed, no
national currency, no federal revenue
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution? Correct Answer-It introduces the
goals and concepts outlined in the constitution + reinforces principle of government
What was the main argument the Federalists used to support the ratification of the
Constitution? Correct Answer-The need for a stronger government
List the arguments the Anti-Federalists used to against ratifying the Constitution. Correct
Answer-No bill of rights, central government too strong
A legal member of a country is a Correct Answer-Citizen
Correct Answers
The Enlgightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by Correct Answer-
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 Correct Answer-Natural Law
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract. Correct Answer-People gave for some of
their rights to government in order to have better lives.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law. Correct
Answer-Magna Carta
Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the U.S.
constitution. Correct Answer-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? Correct Answer-Mayflower Compact
, EXAM: 7th Grade Civics EOC Full Review with
Correct Answers
This pamphlet was used to persuade members of the Second Continental Congress and
justified the ideals and reasons for independence from Great Britian. Correct Answer-
Common Sense
Give specific examples of colonial responses to English Policies. Correct Answer-Boston Tea
Party, boycott, protest, literature
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence?
Correct Answer-Taxation without respresentation, forced quartering violation of BR
What were the main complaints/arguments against Britian in the Declaration of
Independence? Correct Answer-Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights,
taxing witout representation
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled to basic rights
such as life, liberty, and property. Correct Answer-Natural Rights
, EXAM: 7th Grade Civics EOC Full Review with
Correct Answers
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States? Which system
of government did this document create? Correct Answer-Articles of Confederation, a
confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Correct Answer-
Central government was too weak, document was inflexible and could not be be changed, no
national currency, no federal revenue
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution? Correct Answer-It introduces the
goals and concepts outlined in the constitution + reinforces principle of government
What was the main argument the Federalists used to support the ratification of the
Constitution? Correct Answer-The need for a stronger government
List the arguments the Anti-Federalists used to against ratifying the Constitution. Correct
Answer-No bill of rights, central government too strong
A legal member of a country is a Correct Answer-Citizen
