Civics EOC Exam Review: Foundations of Government

Who was a major influence on the founding fathers with his ideas on natural rights?

• Voltaire

• Adam Smith

• John Locke

• Thomas Hobbes

What concept did Montesquieu contribute that influenced the U.S. Constitution?

• Social contract

• Separation of powers

• Natural rights

• Direct democracy

Which document first introduced the concept of limiting the power of the king?

• English Bill of Rights

• U.S. Constitution

• Magna Carta

• Mayflower Compact

What was the primary purpose of the Mayflower Compact?

• Create trade regulations

• Set up a self-government

• Outline punishments for crimes

• Establish military rules

Which document influenced the U.S. Bill of Rights by outlining similar freedoms?

• Declaration of Independence

• English Bill of Rights

• Articles of Confederation

• Magna Carta

Which section of the Declaration of Independence discusses the reasons for separation from Britain?

• Articles of Confederation

• Preamble

• Grievances section

• Bill of Rights

What event demonstrated the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

• Shays' Rebellion

• Boston Tea Party

• Battle of Lexington

• Signing of the Constitution

What does 'We the People' in the preamble signify?

• Legislative priority

• Popular sovereignty

• Judicial authority

• Monarchical power

Which type of law deals with disputes between individuals over contracts?

• Criminal law

• Constitutional law

• Civil law

• Military law

What principle ensures that even leaders must follow the law?

• Federalism

• Judicial review

• Checks and balances

• Rule of law