Historical Documents and Concepts Quiz

What was the primary purpose of the Magna Carta?

• To establish a new monarchy

• To limit the power of the king and protect certain rights

• To create a new religion

• To expand the king's powers

Which document is considered the foundation of the U.S. Constitution?

• Magna Carta

• Mayflower Compact

• Common Sense

• English Bill of Rights

What is the 'rule of law'?

• A principle where the king is above the law

• A principle where only the government follows the law

• A principle where laws apply to everyone equally

• A principle where laws are optional

What did the Mayflower Compact establish?

• A new religion

• A government with fair and equal laws for the settlers

• A new monarchy

• A trade agreement with England

What is the significance of the English Bill of Rights?

• It expanded the powers of the king

• It limited the rights of the people

• It expanded the rights of the people and limited the king's power

• It established a new monarchy

What did Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' advocate for?

• A new trade agreement with France

• A new religion

• Independence from Great Britain

• Support for the British monarchy

What is 'due process'?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to vote

• The right to be treated fairly by the law

• The right to a speedy trial

What is a 'limited government'?

• A government run by a single ruler

• A government with no laws

• A government limited by a constitution or agreement

• A government with unlimited power

What is a 'social contract'?

• A trade agreement

• An agreement among people defining rights and duties

• A contract for social events

• An agreement between countries

What is 'self-government'?

• A government run by a single ruler

• A government with no laws

• A government where people create and run their own government

• A government run by a king