7th Grade Civics EOC Study Guide
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The Enlightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by - 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 - ANSWER-Natural Law TB p. 44
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract. - ANSWER-People give up some of
their rights to government in order to have better lives. They will be protected.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law.
Established a limited monarchy. - ANSWER-Magna Carta TB p.45
Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the U.S.
Constitution. - 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? - ANSWER-Mayflower Compact
TB p. 45
This pamphlet, written by Thomas Paine, was used to justify the ideals and reasons for
independence from Great Britain. - ANSWER-Common Sense
TB p. 34
Give specific examples of how the American colonists responded to Great Britain's
policies. - ANSWER-Boston Tea Party, boycott, protest, literature
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence? -
ANSWER-Taxation without representation, forced quartering, trial without jury.
What were the main complaints/arguments against Britain in the Declaration of
Independence? - ANSWER-Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights,
taxing without representation.
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled to basic
rights such as life, liberty, and property. - ANSWER-Natural Rights
, Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States? Which
system of government did this document create? - ANSWER-Articles of Confederation,
a confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. - ANSWER-Central
government was too weak, document was inflexible and could not be changed, no
national currency, could not enforce laws, no executive branch, no court system.
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution? - ANSWER-It explains why the
Constitution was written. It outlines the goals. TB p. 88-89.
What was the main argument the Federalists used to support the ratification of the
Constitution? - ANSWER-The need for a stronger government
TB p. 47
List the arguments the Anti-Federalists used to against ratifying the Constitution. -
ANSWER-No bill of rights, central government too strong, did not want to lose state's
rights.
A legal member of a country is a - ANSWER-Citizen
Name two ways a person can become a U.S. citizen - ANSWER-Birth (Natural Birth) or
naturalization
List the steps in the naturalization process. - ANSWER-Sign declaration of intent, apply
for residency visa, apply for citizenship, get finger printed, interview with a USCIS, pass
citizenship test, oath of allegiance.
What are the major differences between Democrats and Republicans? - ANSWER-
Government support of U.S. welfare
What is a plank? - ANSWER-individual part of a party's platform
What is a platform? - ANSWER-a statement of a political party's views on important
issues and policies
Give an example of media informing the public about government. - ANSWER-A
newspaper reports the details about a bill.
Give an example of how an individual can influence local government. - ANSWER-Write
a letter expressing a concern to a county commissioner.
Give an example on how interest groups can influence government. - ANSWER-An
interest group can endorse a candidate for election.
What is bias? - ANSWER-Showing preference towards a particular viewpoint.
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The Enlightenment idea of the separation of powers was developed by - 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 - ANSWER-Natural Law TB p. 44
Describe John Locke's theory of social contract. - ANSWER-People give up some of
their rights to government in order to have better lives. They will be protected.
This document guaranteed that not even the king or queen was above the law.
Established a limited monarchy. - ANSWER-Magna Carta TB p.45
Explain the significance of the English Bill of Rights on the development of the U.S.
Constitution. - 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? - ANSWER-Mayflower Compact
TB p. 45
This pamphlet, written by Thomas Paine, was used to justify the ideals and reasons for
independence from Great Britain. - ANSWER-Common Sense
TB p. 34
Give specific examples of how the American colonists responded to Great Britain's
policies. - ANSWER-Boston Tea Party, boycott, protest, literature
What concerns of the colonists led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence? -
ANSWER-Taxation without representation, forced quartering, trial without jury.
What were the main complaints/arguments against Britain in the Declaration of
Independence? - ANSWER-Colonists felt that England was not protecting their rights,
taxing without representation.
John Locke's theory of ___________ guaranteed that all individuals are entitled to basic
rights such as life, liberty, and property. - ANSWER-Natural Rights
, Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States? Which
system of government did this document create? - ANSWER-Articles of Confederation,
a confederal system (no central government)
List some of the major weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. - ANSWER-Central
government was too weak, document was inflexible and could not be changed, no
national currency, could not enforce laws, no executive branch, no court system.
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the constitution? - ANSWER-It explains why the
Constitution was written. It outlines the goals. TB p. 88-89.
What was the main argument the Federalists used to support the ratification of the
Constitution? - ANSWER-The need for a stronger government
TB p. 47
List the arguments the Anti-Federalists used to against ratifying the Constitution. -
ANSWER-No bill of rights, central government too strong, did not want to lose state's
rights.
A legal member of a country is a - ANSWER-Citizen
Name two ways a person can become a U.S. citizen - ANSWER-Birth (Natural Birth) or
naturalization
List the steps in the naturalization process. - ANSWER-Sign declaration of intent, apply
for residency visa, apply for citizenship, get finger printed, interview with a USCIS, pass
citizenship test, oath of allegiance.
What are the major differences between Democrats and Republicans? - ANSWER-
Government support of U.S. welfare
What is a plank? - ANSWER-individual part of a party's platform
What is a platform? - ANSWER-a statement of a political party's views on important
issues and policies
Give an example of media informing the public about government. - ANSWER-A
newspaper reports the details about a bill.
Give an example of how an individual can influence local government. - ANSWER-Write
a letter expressing a concern to a county commissioner.
Give an example on how interest groups can influence government. - ANSWER-An
interest group can endorse a candidate for election.
What is bias? - ANSWER-Showing preference towards a particular viewpoint.
