Understanding America's Constitutional Republic

What is the primary form of government of the United States of America?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Republic

• Oligarchy

Which ancient civilization is known as the birthplace of democracy?

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient China

What concept did Ancient Greece introduce that involves the people in the political process?

• The rule of law

• Republicanism

• Civic participation

• The Senate

What was a key feature of the Roman Republic's governance?

• Absence of laws

• A representative Senate

• Direct democracy

• A single ruler

What does 'Separation of Powers' aim to prevent?

• Democracy

• Tyranny

• Elections

• Legislation

Which set of laws laid the foundation for Judeo-Christian ethical ideas?

• The Justinian Code

• The Ten Commandments

• The Roman Laws

• The Greek Constitution

What is 'due process' defined as in the context of this video?

• The power of the Senate

• Freedom of religion

• Fair treatment by the government

• The right to vote

What principle states that all citizens must obey the same laws?

• The rule of law

• Limited government

• Equality of mankind

• Natural Rights

Why is religious liberty considered a right in America?

• Due to colonial era persecution

• To avoid tyranny

• To promote diversity

• Because of the Roman influence

What does the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protect?

• Right to a fair trial

• Freedom of speech

• Right to bear arms

• Freedom of religion