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What was the impact of Baron Montesquieu’s writings on the Founding Fathers?

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Separation of Powers

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Based on this passage, which constitutional principle does Madison describe? (one branch stopping another branch)

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Checks and Balances

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Which statement best explains the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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It established a form of self-government based on a social contract.

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Which documents addressed colonial concerns about English policies? Options: Declaration of Independence, Mayflower Compact, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights

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Declaration of Independence

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Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen? Options: Marrying a U.S. citizen and having a child with that person, Being a legal resident of the U.S. for at least five years, Gaining employment in the U.S. for at least five years, Reaching age eighteen while living in the U.S. capital

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Being a legal resident of the U.S. for at least five years

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Which is one of the five freedoms protected by the 1st Amendment?
Options:
Freedom of speech,
Freedom from self-incrimination,
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure,
Freedom from cruel and unnatural punishments

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Freedom of speech

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Which statement best defines "due process" of law?

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procedures used to enforce the law are fair and reasonable

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What was the impact of the passage of this amendment to the U.S. Constitution and politics?

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Citizens aged 18 to 21 were allowed to now vote in elections.

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What was the main purpose for the Bill of Rights?

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to guarantee individuals freedoms and rights

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Which one describes the significance of the Supreme Court's decision in Miranda v. Arizona?

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Suspects must be told their rights during an arrest such as the right to remain silent