Vocabulary
To make known or state clearly
Declare
Where did John Locke say the government gets their power?
The consent of the people
People are subject to the law - All persons are equal before the law
Rule of Law
What was the purpose of Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense?
To convince the American colonies to separate from Britain
How many grievances did the Continential Congress include in the DOI?
27
An offical statement of a complaint over something believed to be wrong or unfair
Grievance
Which Enlightenment thinker came up with the "Social Contract"?
John Locke
Some of the ethical ideas that came from concepts of the Judeo-Christian influence included justice, fairness, ___________________, and the value of the individual.
A. Loyalty
B. Equality
C. Liberty
D. Devotion
Equality
Magna Carta
What event led to King George III and Parliament to quarter troops in the homes of colonist?
The boston tea party - throwing tea in the harbor
A formal body of law
Act
This Enlightenment thinker believed that governement should be divided into three parts to keep government from becoming too powerful.
Montesquieu
In Ancient Greece, all citizens voted on the laws in the city-state. This is known as _________ democracy.
A. Legislative
B. Total
C. Direct
D. Citizen
Direct
Which documents influenced the colonists' views of government?
Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, and Common Sense
Which of the following is a founding document of the United States of America?
A. Enlgish Bill of Rights
B. Magna Carta
C. Declaration of Independence
Declaration of Independence
Citizens have the right to expect just treatment and the help of the government in pursuing justice from others.
Right to Justice
What are the 3 Natural Rights?
Life, Liberty, & Property
What was the most influential instrument of government from Ancient Rome?
A. Citizen
B. Emperor
C. Legislative assemblies
D. Direct democracy
Legislative assemblies
Which document gave the best example of Limited Government?
Bill of Rights
Why did Parliament eventually repeal the Stamp Act, which taxed goods such as newspapers and playing cards?
The colonist began to boycott
A body of people sworn to give a verdict on the basis of evidence submitted to them in court.
Jury
What is the Social Contract?
People agree to cooperate as a community, community agrees to obey ruler, and the ruler agrees to respect the rights and protect the community
Democracy is a Greek concept focusing on a system of government in which political power is held by _____________________.
The people
What was the primary purpose of the Magna Carta when it was signed by King John in 1215?
To limit the power of the Monarchy and protect noble rights.
Who is the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson