Founding Principles of American Government

Which two philosophers are highlighted as influencing the Founding Fathers?

• Plato and Aristotle

• John Locke and Montesquieu

• Karl Marx and Adam Smith

• Voltaire and Rousseau

Before becoming the United States, what was America considered?

• An independent nation

• A colony of France

• A colony of England

• A collection of city-states

What was one of the main goals of the Founding Fathers?

• To establish a monarchy

• To remain under British rule

• To create their own nation and government

• To form an alliance with France

What was the historical period that emphasized reason, analysis, and individualism?

• The Dark Ages

• The Renaissance

• The Enlightenment

• The Industrial Revolution

What is the role of a philosopher?

• To lead armies in battle

• To create works of art

• To think deeply about life and how to improve things

• To manage a country's economy

How did John Locke describe the "state of nature" without government?

• A peaceful and orderly society

• A time of great prosperity

• A chaotic state where people might harm each other

• A period of advanced scientific discovery

Which of the following are considered natural rights according to John Locke?

• Wealth, Power, and Fame

• Life, Liberty, and Property

• Education, Healthcare, and Housing

• Speech, Religion, and Assembly

According to John Locke, what is the main purpose of government?

• To control all aspects of citizens' lives

• To protect the natural rights of its citizens

• To promote religious beliefs

• To expand its territory through conquest

What did John Locke believe about the natural liberty of man?

• Man should be under the authority of a king.

• Man is free from any superior power on Earth.

• Man should only follow laws made by other men.

• Man's liberty is limited by the government.

According to John Locke, what is the main purpose of civil government?

• To give all power to a king.

• To allow people to do whatever they want.

• To protect people's natural rights and provide security.

• To make sure everyone is equal in wealth.