Influential Documents

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The ideas of limited government, due process of law, trial by jury, and the protection of private property and civil liberties were introduced by what document?

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Magna Carta

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The Magna Carta introduced the principles of limited government, due process, trial by jury, and protection of private property and civil liberties, laying the foundation for modern legal systems.

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This document included: no cruel punishment, no excessive bail or fines, the right to bear arms, and the right to petition

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Petition of Right

Answer explanation

The Petition of Right included protections against cruel punishment, excessive bail, and the right to petition, making it the correct choice. The other options do not encompass all these rights.

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This document prohibited a standing army during peacetime, unless Parliament gives consent and required that all parliamentary elections be free.

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English Bill of Rights

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The English Bill of Rights established limits on the monarchy, including prohibiting a standing army in peacetime without Parliament's consent and ensuring free parliamentary elections, making it the correct choice.

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The monarchy was forbidden to create and collect taxes without consent of Parliament due to this document.

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English Bill of Rights

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The English Bill of Rights established that the monarchy could not impose taxes without Parliament's consent, reinforcing parliamentary sovereignty and limiting royal power.

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This document established that the power of the monarchy was not absolute

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Magna Carta

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The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, limited the powers of the monarchy and established that the king was not above the law, marking a significant step towards constitutional governance.

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This document challenged the divine right theory; even monarchs were expected to obey the law of the land

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Petition of Right

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The Petition of Right, enacted in 1628, asserted that even monarchs must adhere to the law, challenging the divine right theory. It emphasized that the king was not above the law, making it the correct choice.

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This document gave Parliament the right to free speech and debate.

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English Bill of Rights

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The English Bill of Rights, enacted in 1689, established the right to free speech and debate in Parliament, ensuring that members could discuss matters without fear of repercussions.

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Which document was the first in Europe to limit the powers of the monarchy of England?

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The Magna Carta

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The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, was the first document in Europe to limit the powers of the English monarchy, establishing the principle that everyone, including the king, is subject to the law.