1.1/1.2/1.5 Quiz AP Gov

Who is the philosopher associated with the concept of the "Social Contract" as shown in the image?

• John Locke

• Thomas Hobbes

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

• Montesquieu

In what way did the Declaration of Independence adapt Locke's concept of natural rights?

• By removing the idea of liberty

• By replacing "property" with "the pursuit of happiness"

• By focusing only on equality

• By emphasizing only government power

Which value is NOT typically associated with representative democracies as described in the material?

• Participatory Democracy

• Pluralist Democracy

• Elite Democracy

• Absolute Monarchy

Compare and contrast Pluralist Democracy and Elite Democracy in terms of who influences political decision making.

• Both are influenced by all citizens equally

• Pluralist Democracy is influenced by non-governmental groups, while Elite Democracy is dominated by people with resources and influence

• Both are dominated by elected officials

• Pluralist Democracy is dominated by the elite, while Elite Democracy is influenced by non-governmental groups

In what year were the Articles of Confederation ratified?

• 1776

• 1781

• 1787

• 1791

Where was the Constitutional Convention held?

• Independence Hall in Philadelphia

• The White House in Washington, D.C.

• The Capitol Building in New York

• Monticello in Virginia

Why was Independence Hall in Philadelphia chosen as the location for the Constitutional Convention?

• The Declaration of Independence was signed there

• It was the largest building in the city

• It was the home of George Washington

• It was the site of the first presidential election

Who were the primary participants at the Constitutional Convention?

• Foreign diplomats

• State delegates

• Supreme Court justices

• Members of the British Parliament

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Madisonian model?

• Separate powers

• Checks and balances

• Federalism

• Direct democracy

Which of the following best describes a key concept of federalism as outlined in the Madisonian model?

• All power is held by a single central authority

• Power is divided between national and state governments

• The executive branch has unchecked power

• Only the legislative branch can make laws