Growth of Representative Government

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What foundational document, signed in 1215 by King John of England, is considered a cornerstone of constitutional law and individual liberties?

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Magna Carta

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Which principle is NOT associated with the Magna Carta? Options: limited government, rule of law, equal rights for men AND women, protection of individual liberties

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equal rights for men AND women

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How did the principles of the Magna Carta influence colonial America?

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by inspiring ideas of limited government & protection of individual rights

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Rulers had to follow laws Trial by jury Protection against unfair taxes These ideas can be found in the _______.

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Magna Carta

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How did the English Bill of Rights influence colonial America?

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It served as a model for having their individual rights protected & helped them pursue representative government

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Which principle was created by the English Bill of Rights? Options: Freedom of religion, No taxation without representation, a free trial by jury, right to bear arms for self-defense

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right to bear arms for self-defense

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According to Locke, where does government power come from?

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the consent of the governed

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According to John Locke, what are the natural rights that people possess?

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Life, liberty, and property

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What lasting impact did John Locke's ideas have on the development of the United States?

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They influenced the growth of a representative government

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How did Charles de Montesquieu's ideas influence colonial America?

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By shaping the design of colonial charters & constitutions through the principle of separation of powers