Foundations of American Government Flashcard

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Which historic document first established the principle that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law?

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The Magna Carta

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What is one way the U.S. Constitution addresses the colonial grievance of "taxation without representation"?

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By allowing citizens to elect representatives to Congress

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Which principle of government is demonstrated by the division of power between the national and state governments?

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Federalism

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How does the Bill of Rights protect the freedom of speech?

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By prohibiting Congress from making laws that abridge freedom of speech

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Which Federalist argued for a strong central government to provide stability and order?

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Alexander Hamilton

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Explain how the principle of checks and balances is applied in the U.S. government.

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Each branch of government has some measure of influence over the other branches and may choose to block procedures of the other branches.

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What was a key argument made by the Anti-Federalists against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?

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It lacked a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties.

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Identify one right guaranteed by the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights: The right to bear arms, The right to a speedy trial, The right to free speech, The right to vote

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The right to free speech

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Analyze how the principle of popular sovereignty is reflected in the U.S. Constitution.

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By allowing citizens to vote for their representatives.

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Which document influenced the U.S. system of government by establishing the idea of self-government? Options: The Magna Carta, The Mayflower Compact, The English Bill of Rights, The Federalist Papers

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The Mayflower Compact