2.1 Influences on American Colonial Gov't Flashcard

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Which document was signed by the British King in 1215 C.E. after his barons became fed up with his behavior and raising of taxes?

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Magna Carta

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Which political idea was influenced by the provision of the Magna Carta stating, "No freeman shall be seized or imprisoned, or stripped of his rights or possessions...except by the lawful judgement of his peers..."? Options: Federalism, Popular Sovereignty, Social Contract

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Due Process

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Which of the following rights that Americans enjoy today was established in the Magna Carta?
Options: Freedom of Speech, Trial by Jury, Separation of Church and State, Popular Sovereignty

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Trial by Jury

Front

What is the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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It provided the basis for a self-governing colony

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A _________________ is a government that uses representative democracy to make laws and decisions

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Republic

Front

Which of the following is considered to be the birthplace of democracy?
Options: Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; Greece; Rome

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Greece

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Per the Magna Carta, to search one's property, the authorities needed to first attain a signed _____________.

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Warrant

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In ancient Rome, 2 consuls led the military, senators recommended laws, and tribunes had the power to block laws that were against the interests of the plebeians. This is an example of...

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Separation of Powers

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Angry barons forced King _______________ to sign the Magna Carta in 1215 C.E.

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John

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Meaning "hold the body," ___________________ is a right that protects a person from unlawful and indefinite imprisonment.

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Habeas Corpus