Foundations of American Government Flashcard

Foundations of American Government Flashcard

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Social Studies

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which document begins with the phrase "We the People" and outlines the goals of the new American government?

Back

U.S. Constitution Preamble

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who wrote the Second Treatise of Government, which influenced American ideas about government?

Back

John Locke

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the goals listed in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution? Establish justice, Promote the general welfare, Secure the blessings of liberty, Abolish the monarchy

Back

Abolish the monarchy

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What year were the Coercive (Intolerable) Acts passed by the British Parliament?

Back

1774

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which document is considered a foundational statement of individual rights and limited government, signed in 1215?

Back

Magna Carta

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

According to Locke's theory, what is the main purpose of government?

Back

To protect natural rights

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following was a direct effect of the Intolerable Acts on the American colonies? The start of the French Revolution, The closing of Boston Harbor, The signing of the Magna Carta, The writing of the Federalist Papers

Back

The closing of Boston Harbor

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