Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy

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Which Enlightenment thinker is known for his ideas about natural rights, including life, liberty, and property?

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John Locke

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Which concept did Montesquieu introduce that became fundamental to the American government structure?

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Separation of Powers

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau believed in the idea of the "general will." What does this refer to?

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The will of the majority

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Voltaire was a strong advocate for which of the following freedoms? Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Religion, All of the above

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All of the above

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Which Enlightenment philosopher's ideas are most reflected in the Declaration of Independence?

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John Locke

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According to the Declaration of Independence, from where do governments derive their just powers?

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The consent of the governed

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Which democratic ideal is emphasized in the phrase “all men are created equal”?

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Equality

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What does the Declaration of Independence state people have the right to do if a government becomes destructive of their rights?

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Alter or abolish it

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Which model of democracy is characterized by elected officials representing a group of people?

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Representative Democracy

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The model where the average citizen has a direct impact on political decisions through mechanisms like referendums is known as:

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Direct Democracy