#2 Founding Ideals and Government Systems Quiz

Which is an example of a natural right?

• the right to vote

• the right to freedom

• the right to lead others

• the right to free speech

Which of the following founding ideals played a large part in Judeo-Christian tradition?

• rule of law

• self-government

• separation of powers

• three branches of government

How was government in ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and colonial America similar?

• They were direct democracies.

• There was a separation of powers.

• People's right to participate in government was limited.

• Ideals of government were based on Judeo-Christian traditions.

What is an example of due process?

• having the right to a fair trial

• being treated equally at work

• being allowed to vote in elections

• having the right to worship as you please

What are natural rights?

• rights that are listed in the Bill of Rights

• rights that are unalienable and universal

• rights that are protected by the government

• rights that are given to members of a religion

Which statement reflects a difference between the Founders and the ancient Romans?

• The Founders believed in rule of law.

• The founders believed in natural rights.

• The Founders believed in civic participation.

• The Founders believed in separation of powers.

What is rule of law?

• the idea that no one is above the law

• the idea that trials are conducted by juries of peers

• the idea that everyone has equal rights under the law

• the idea that citizens have a duty to participate in government

What element of the U.S. Government was drawn from elements of Athenian government?

• elected legislators

• written constitution

• one executive leader

• judges appointed for life

How is a republic different from a direct democracy?

• Citizens have the authority to propose laws.

• Citizens elect representatives to rule on their behalf.

• Citizens are required to participate in their government.

• Citizens vote on laws proposed by the legislative branch.

Which governments limited people's rights to participate?

• ancient Rome and ancient Greece

• ancient Greece and colonial America

• ancient Rome and colonial American

• ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and colonial America