2.1 U.S. Government Flashcard

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Which document first established the principle that the king was subject to the law?

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Magna Carta

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Which principle means that government power is restricted by law?

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Limited government

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Which philosopher argued that people have natural rights to life, liberty, and property?

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John Locke

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What is the main idea of the rule of law?

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Everyone, including leaders, must follow the law

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Which document directly influenced the U.S. Bill of Rights by guaranteeing certain individual freedoms? Options: Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Leviathan, The Social Contract

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English Bill of Rights

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Which philosopher’s work, "Leviathan," argued for a strong central authority to avoid chaos?

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Hobbes

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How did the Magna Carta influence the development of constitutional government in the United States?

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By introducing the concept of limited government and due process

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Which principle from Montesquieu’s writings was incorporated into the U.S. Constitution?

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Separation of powers

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How did John Locke’s ideas influence the Declaration of Independence?

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By promoting the right to rebel against unjust governments

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How is the principle of limited government from English documents reflected in the structure of the U.S. Constitution?

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The Constitution divides power among branches and limits government actions through checks and balances.