Florida Civics EOC Practice Study Set

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Montesquieu-

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The founding fathers use his views on writing the Constitution

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What is the Separation of Powers?

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Powers of government that are divided between 3 government branches, equally. (Legislative, Executive, and Judicial)

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John Locke-

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Wrote that the government is morally obligated to serve people, namely protecting their natural rights of life, liberty and property.

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What is the social contract?

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The belief that the state only exists to serve the will of the people.

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What did John Locke believe?

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when government violates individual rights, people are obligated to rebel

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What is the Magna Carta?

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The first document to limit the powers of the king

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What year was the Magna Carta signed?

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1215

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What is the Mayflower Compact?

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First document to establish self-government in the colonies

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What were the Articles of Confederation?

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First form of government for America

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What was Shay's rebellion?

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Protests by Massachusetts farmers over tax collections and judgements for debt.