Quiz on Political Theories and Documents

What is the social contract theory?

• People gave power to the government for the well being of all.

• The government controls all aspects of life.

• Individuals have no rights under the government.

• The government is separate from the people.

What was the significance of the Magna Carta?

• It limited the power of the English King.

• It established a new monarchy.

• It gave the King absolute power.

• It created a new religion.

How did important English documents influence the colonies?

• Colonists wanted the same rights as people in England.

• Colonists rejected all English laws.

• Colonists sought independence immediately.

• Colonists wanted to return to England.

Why did Great Britain begin to interfere with colonial governments in the mid 1750s?

• To raise money to pay war debts.

• To expand the colonies.

• To establish new trade routes.

• To promote religious freedom.

In terms of a democracy, what does equality entitle all people to?

• Opportunity.

• Wealth.

• Power.

• Control.

What is the main idea expressed in the Declaration of Independence?

• Colonies would no longer submit to British rule.

• Colonies wanted to remain under British control.

• Colonies sought to expand British influence.

• Colonies desired to form a new monarchy.

Summarize the layout of the Declaration. Why did colonists feel justified in ending their political connections to Britain?

• Layout: Opening - natural rights, Grievances, Formal separation; Because Britain had denied their basic rights

• Layout: Opening - economic rights, Grievances, Formal separation; Because Britain had supported their basic rights

• Layout: Opening - social rights, Grievances, Formal separation; Because Britain had granted their basic rights

• Layout: Opening - political rights, Grievances, Formal separation; Because Britain had respected their basic rights

What powers did the federal government have under the Articles?

• Make war and treaties with other countries

• Regulate interstate commerce

• Impose taxes

• Control education

Following the Revolutionary War, why did Congress need money?

• To pay its war debt

• To build new infrastructure

• To expand territory

• To fund education

Summarize the main ideas in the Preamble to the constitution.

• Insure domestic tranquility = peace and order in society; Promote the general welfare = government should provide services

• Insure domestic tranquility = economic stability; Promote the general welfare = individual responsibility

• Insure domestic tranquility = military strength; Promote the general welfare = private enterprise

• Insure domestic tranquility = social equality; Promote the general welfare = limited government