1.4 Enlightenment

Who proposed the idea of separation of powers?

• John Locke

• Benjamin Franklin

• Montesquieu

• Thomas Jefferson

What are the three inherent rights mentioned by John Locke?

• Life, Liberty, and Happiness

• Freedom, Equality, and Brotherhood

• Life, Liberty, and Property

• Justice, Peace, and Prosperity

What does the social contract theory propose?

• Only the strongest should lead

• Individuals give up some freedoms for government protection

• Governments derive power from the wealth of the nation

• People should live without government

Which Enlightenment philosopher argued for natural law?

• Montesquieu

• Plato

• Socrates

• John Locke

What did Montesquieu believe would prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

• A strong military

• Separation of powers

• Public elections

• A single ruler

Which document declares the protection of unalienable rights?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Magna Carta

What is the main purpose of government according to the social contract theory?

• To collect taxes

• To expand territory

• To protect the rights of the people

• To control the economy

How did the founding fathers use Montesquieu's ideas?

• By dividing power among three branches of government

• By abolishing the government

• By establishing a single branch of government

• By creating a monarchy

What did the founding fathers believe was necessary to prevent tyranny?

• A strong leader

• Frequent elections

• Separation of powers and checks and balances

• A large army

Which rights did John Locke believe were derived from natural law?

• Security, Privacy, and Equality

• Voting, Speech, and Religion

• Life, Liberty, and Property

• Education, Employment, and Health