REVIEW Module 2 Assessment: Political Heritage

Which of the following was one of the most notable influences on the Founding Fathers?

• The Enlightenment

• The Illumination

• The Overture

• The Insight

Which of the following was NOT a key theme of the Enlightenment?

• Reason

• Empiricism

• Monarchy

• Individualism

Which of the following best describes the concept of Laws of Nature and Nature's God?

• It was prevalent in medieval Europe. Monarchs claimed their right to rule was directly granted by God, and their authority was absolute and not subject to earthly limitations.

• It states that individuals enter into a collective agreement to form a government, surrendering some freedoms in exchange for protection of their remaining rights and property.

• It states that certain moral and political principles are inherent in the natural order of the universe or are ordained by a divine creator. These principles provide a foundation for understanding justice and human rights.

• It underscores the notion that government legitimacy is contingent upon protecting the rights of  citizens, and if a government becomes tyrannical, citizens have the right to resist.

The concept of "separation of powers" was most heavily influenced by which philosopher?

• John Locke

• Charles De Montesquieu

• John Adam

• Aristotle

Which of the following best describes the concept of Social Contract Theory?

• It was prevalent in medieval Europe. Monarchs claimed their right to rule was directly granted by God, and their authority was absolute and not subject to earthly limitations.

• It states that individuals enter into a collective agreement to form a government, surrendering some freedoms in exchange for protection of their remaining rights and property.

• It states that certain moral and political principles are inherent in the natural order of the universe or are ordained by a divine creator. These principles provide a foundation for understanding justice and human rights.

• It underscores the notion that government legitimacy is contingent upon protecting the rights of citizens, and if a government becomes tyrannical, citizens have the right to resist.

How did the concept of the right of resistance influence the Declaration of Independence?

• It justified the colonies' decision to seek independence by highlighting grievances against the British Crown

• It led the Founding Fathers to call for a peaceful resolution to conflicts with Britain

• It supported the idea of maintaining colonial status under British rule

• It argued for the establishment of a monarchy in the new nation

Which of the following best describes the concept of Divine Right of Kings?

• It was prevalent in medieval Europe. Monarchs claimed their right to rule was directly granted by God, and their authority was absolute and not subject to earthly limitations.

• It states that individuals enter into a collective agreement to form a government, surrendering some freedoms in exchange for protection of their remaining rights and property.

• It states that certain moral and political principles are inherent in the natural order of the universe or are ordained by a divine creator. These principles provide a foundation for understanding justice and human rights.

• It underscores the notion that government legitimacy is contingent upon protecting the rights of citizens, and if a government becomes tyrannical, citizens have the right to resist.

Which of the following is NOT a value of Judeo-Christian tradition that influenced the Founding Fathers?

• Equality

• Individual rights

• The idea that certain rights are inherent

• State Structure

What contributed to concepts such as due process, trial by jury, and the separation of powers being included in the American legal and political system?

• English Common Law

• British Uncommon Law

• Divine Right of Kings

• Nature’s Order

Which of the following best describes Republicanism?

• Republicanism is the opposite of Democratism

• Republicanism underscored the importance of written and unwritten constitutions to limit government authority.

• Republicanism emphasized moral and ethical principles derived from biblical teachings.

• Republicanism emphasized civic virtue, the common good, and the idea that citizens had a responsibility to actively participate in the political process.