
Ch. 1 Test - Origins of American Government
Authored by Jonathan Wood
Social Studies
12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which theory of the origins of the state suggests that states exist to protect and serve their people?
Evolutionary Theory
Force Theory
Divine Right Theory
Social Contract Theory
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an example of a nation?
A group of people united by common bonds
A political community with an organized government
A subdivision of a country
A territory with established boundaries
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which theory of the origins of the state emphasizes the role of violence and control in early governance?
Evolutionary Theory
Force Theory
Divine Right Theory
Social Contract Theory
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What distinguishes a nation from a state or country?
Population size
Shared religion
Organized government
Definite territory
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which philosopher's ideas greatly influenced the Declaration of Independence?
John Locke
Montesquieu
Thomas Jefferson
Rousseau
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to John Locke, the purpose of government is to protect:
Wealth and power
Life, Liberty, & Property
Social status
Religious beliefs
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which term refers to citizens giving up certain rights in exchange for protection from the government?
Social Contract
Civic Duty
Sovereignty
Constitutionalism
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