Political Philosophers and Ideals

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He wrote that people have natural rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and property.

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John Locke

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This person later became a U.S. President and is also known as the primary author of the U.S. Constitution.

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James Madison

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What does it mean for a king to have divine right?

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Rules by the power and blessing of God.

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Why did the Pilgrims create the Mayflower Compact?

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to establish an orderly community and govern themselves

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People willingly give up certain freedoms to the government in exchange for law, order, and protection.

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Social Contract

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The Mayflower Compact was the first agreement for self-government to be created and enforced in America.

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Who is known for advocating the separation of powers within government to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

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Charles Montesquieu

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What was the main purpose of the English Bill of Rights of 1689?

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To limit the powers of the king and queen and protect individual rights

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Which 13th-century document established the following rights?
- Basic rights of citizens
- Rule of law
- Representative assemblies

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the Magna Carta

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The English Bill of Rights

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Provided individual rights and freedoms to all citizens, Created separation of powers, Limited the powers of the king and queen.