2.1 Origins of American Political Ideals

What is the definition of "limited government"?

• A government where power is held by the military

• A system where the power of rulers is restricted by law

• A government with no written constitution

• A system with absolute power concentrated in one leader

Which document first limited the power of the monarchy in England?

• The Petition of Right

• The Magna Carta

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

What key rights were established by the Magna Carta?

• Free speech and the right to vote

• Right to petition and no cruel punishment

• Due process of law and trial by jury

• Freedom of religion and press

The Petition of Right (1628) required which approval for taxation?

• The King

• The Parliament

• The People

• The Church

Why was the Glorious Revolution significant?

• It abolished the monarchy in England

• It established Parliament's supremacy over the monarchy

• It led to the American Revolution

• It introduced a new tax system

Which colonial structure was the most independent from England?

• Royal colonies

• Proprietary colonies

• Charter colonies

• Governor colonies

What was a common feature of royal colonies?

• Governors were elected by the people

• Unicameral legislatures

• Governors were appointed by the king

• Complete independence from the crown

What concept did English traditions NOT directly influence in American government?

• Limited government

• Representative democracy

• Theocratic rule

• Individual rights

Which colony was an example of a proprietary colony?

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• Pennsylvania

• Georgia

What is the legacy of representative government in the colonies?

• It led to the creation of monarchy in the United States

• It created a blueprint for U.S. democracy

• It abolished all forms of taxation

• It restricted the colonists' ability to vote