Domain 1 Review

The diagram below indicates that the colonists based some of their political views on historic documents. Mayflower Compact --> Self-government English Bill of Rights --> ? Which phrase completed the diagram?

• natural law

• separation of powers

• divine rights of kings

• guarantees of individual rights

Answer explanation

The English Bill of Rights established guarantees of individual rights, such as the right to a fair trial and freedom from cruel punishment. This influenced colonists' views on protecting personal liberties.

Which of the following rights was established in Magna Carta?

• Free people could not be arrested and imprisoned without a trial by a jury of their peers.

• Citizens have the right to petition the government for changes in laws.

• Citizens should have freedom of speech.

• Citizens have the right to a fair punishment if found guilty of a crime.

Answer explanation

The Magna Carta established that free people could not be arrested or imprisoned without a trial by a jury of their peers, ensuring a fundamental legal right that protects individuals from arbitrary detention.

The conversation below concerns lawmaking. Doug: I believe in making laws only when everyone can participate in public decision-making.

• Doug believes in making laws only when everyone can participate in public decision-making.

• Doug believes in making laws without public participation.

• Doug believes in making laws only when a few people can participate in public decision-making.

• Doug believes in making laws without any decision-making process.

Answer explanation

Doug explicitly states that he believes in making laws only when everyone can participate in public decision-making, making this the correct interpretation of his view.

Shena: I disagree with you; it is best for laws to be made by the people who have been elected for that purpose. Which political principle from the colonial era is being discussed?

• limited monarchy

• self-government

• social contract

• natural rights

Answer explanation

Shena's statement emphasizes the role of elected representatives in law-making, which aligns with the principle of self-government. This principle advocates for the authority of the people to govern themselves through their chosen officials.

Which conclusion can be made about Thomas Paine?

• Thomas Paine was a Founding Father of the United States.

• Thomas Paine wrote 'Common Sense'.

• Thomas Paine was an advocate for American independence.

• Thomas Paine was a British loyalist.

Answer explanation

Thomas Paine was a strong advocate for American independence, as evidenced by his influential writings, including 'Common Sense', which argued for breaking away from British rule.

Which idea was included in Thomas Paine’s Common Sense?

• The United States should be a unitary state.

• The United States should remain under the control of Great Britain.

• The United States should be a direct democracy like ancient Greece.

Answer explanation

In Common Sense, Thomas Paine advocated for a government that reflects the will of the people, similar to a direct democracy like ancient Greece, emphasizing self-governance and independence from British control.

He was a foolhardy rebel who was not trusted by the colonists nor the English.

• He was a foolhardy rebel who was not trusted by the colonists nor the English.

• He was a passionate supporter of self-governance who believed that English policies in the colonies were tyrannical.

• He was a proud loyalist who believed the colonists should help British soldiers.

• He was a strong believer in limited monarchy who preached about the economic benefits of English rule.

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes him accurately as a foolhardy rebel, indicating a lack of trust from both the colonists and the English, which aligns with the statement in the question.

How does the modern political system in the United States uphold the principles expressed in the statement?

• by requiring federal tax bills to be proposed by the president

• by making local governments responsible for enforcing federal tax laws

• by requiring federal tax bills to be introduced in one house of Congress

Answer explanation

The modern political system in the U.S. upholds principles by requiring federal tax bills to be introduced in one house of Congress, ensuring legislative debate and representation, which aligns with democratic governance.

Which colonial concern led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence?

• The king failed to tax the colonists.

• The king required the colonists to elect a monarch.

• The king denied the colonists the right to petition.

• The king denied the colonists representation in government.

Answer explanation

The Declaration of Independence was primarily a response to the lack of representation in government. The colonists believed they should not be taxed or governed without having a voice in the decisions that affected them.

The diagram below describes events leading to the Declaration of Independence. British attempts to tax colonists → Colonists protest British policies → ? → Declaration of Independence is issued

• Colonists demand representation

• Colonists accept British rule

• Colonists remain neutral

• Colonists support British policies

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Colonists demand representation' because the protests against British taxation were rooted in the desire for political representation, leading to the eventual Declaration of Independence.