Enlightenment, Colonial Grievances and Declaration of Ind.

Front

According to John Locke, which agreement did individuals enter into when forming their own society?

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social contract

Front

According to John Locke, which rights were guaranteed by natural law? Options: trial by jury and no cruel punishments, freedom of speech and of the press, life, liberty and property

Back

life, liberty and property

Front

Why did Montesquieu believe the powers of the government should be separated?

Back

It would keep government leaders from becoming too powerful

Front

Separation of powers was the idea of which enlightenment thinker?

Back

Montesquieu

Front

Which of the three branches is responsible for making the laws?

Back

Legislative

Front

What is the job of the executive branch?

Back

Enforce the laws

Front

Which is the responsibility of the judicial branch?

Back

Interpret (judge) the laws to make sure they follow the constitution

Front

Which complaint against King George III refers to him forcing soldiers to stay in people's homes?

Back

He had quartered troops among the colonists

Front

Which statement best describes the role of government according to the Declaration of Independence? Options: "The main purpose of government is to expend and glorify the state", "The main purpose of government is to protect the unalienable rights of individuals", "The main purpose of government is to protect the rights and privileges of His Majesty the King"

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The main purpose of government is to protect the unalienable rights of individuals.

Front

Based on the introduction to the Declaration of Independence, what was the main purpose of that document?

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to explain to rest of the world why the colonists were ending their allegiance to Great Britain