Government Principles Flashcard

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Which term refers to the idea that people can govern themselves?

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Self-Government

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Which term describes a government that has limited powers and cannot do whatever it wants?

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Limited Government

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What is the significance of the English Bill of Rights in American history?

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It influenced the American Bill of Rights.

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Which document is associated with the idea of government by the people? Options: Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Common Sense.

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Mayflower Compact

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What was the main purpose of the English Bill of Rights?

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To expand the rights of the Parliament and the people

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Which document was published by Thomas Paine in 1776?

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Common Sense

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What was the main idea of Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense'? Options: To introduce new ideas for government, To explain the arguments for independence, To support the British monarchy, To create a new legal system

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To explain the arguments for independence

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In what year was the English Bill of Rights passed?

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1689

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What was a key demand of the English Bill of Rights regarding punishment?

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No cruel and unusual punishment

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What did Thomas Paine encourage colonists to support in 'Common Sense'?

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The fight for independence