Which historic document first established the principle that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law?

Foundations of American Government Flashcard

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The Magna Carta
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What is one way the U.S. Constitution addresses the colonial grievance of "taxation without representation"?
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By allowing citizens to elect representatives to Congress
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Which principle of government is demonstrated by the division of power between the national and state governments?
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Federalism
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How does the Bill of Rights protect the freedom of speech?
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By prohibiting Congress from making laws that abridge freedom of speech
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Which Federalist argued for a strong central government to provide stability and order?
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Alexander Hamilton
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Explain how the principle of checks and balances is applied in the U.S. government.
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Each branch of government has some measure of influence over the other branches and may choose to block procedures of the other branches.
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What was a key argument made by the Anti-Federalists against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?
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It lacked a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties.
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