WC Ch 08 Lsn 4 Founding Docs and Enlightenment Flashcard

Front

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

Front

Which document established the framework of the United States government?

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United States Constitution

Front

Who is known for his idea of natural rights and social contract theory?

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John Locke

Front

Which Enlightenment philosopher advocated for the separation of powers in government?

Back

Montesquieu

Front

Which document declared the thirteen American colonies as independent from Great Britain?

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Declaration of Independence

Front

Which Enlightenment philosopher believed in the concept of checks and balances in government?

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Montesquieu

Front

Which document serves as the supreme law of the United States?

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United States Constitution

Front

Gave too much power to the states,
Weak central govt
led to the writing of the Constitution

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The Articles of Confederation

Front

The purpose of the Preamble is to state the _____ of the Constitution

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Goals

Front

The first ten amendments of The Constitution are called

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The Bill of Rights