Historical Documents 2020

Front

Identify the type of rights mentioned in the quote: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with ... Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness..."

Back

unalienable rights

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, what is the main purpose of a government?

Back

protect the rights of the individual

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, from where does government get the power to achieve its purpose?

Back

from the consent of the governed

Front

What was the main purpose for writing the Declaration of Independence?

Back

state the colonists' reasons for separating from Great Britain

Front

What was illegal in the Northwest Territory according to the Northwest Ordinance?

Back

slavery

Front

The Northwest Ordinance provided a pathway for territories to apply for

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statehood

Front

According to the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, one section of land in each township was set aside for...

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schools

Front

Which branch makes and passes laws for the country?

Back

Legislative

Front

The President's power or the executive branch's power is to:

• Enforce the laws
• Make the laws
• Interpret the laws

Back

Enforce the laws

Front

Division of government between the national and state governments

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Federalism