Unit 1 Foundations of American Government Flashcards

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How does the Mayflower Compact reflect the colonists' early expectations for self-government?

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It outlines a social contract among settlers

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What trend does this chart suggest about colonial governance?

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The desire for local political control grew over time

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How did geographic distance from England contribute to the development of self-government in the colonies?

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It made communication with England difficult, encouraging colonies to govern themselves.

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How did "Salutary Neglect" influence colonial expectations for self-government?

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It encouraged independence in local governance

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Which Enlightenment principle does this quotation refer to?

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Consent of the governed

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What impact did this quotation have on the American Revolution?

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It helped to justify the colonists’ fight for independence.

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Which Enlightenment principle is most clearly reflected in the Declaration of Independence?

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Natural rights of life, liberty, and property

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How did salutary neglect influence colonial expectations about government?

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It encouraged colonies to form their own legislative assemblies

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Which concept from John Locke is included in the Declaration of Independence?

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The social contract

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Which governmental idea was influenced by the Roman Republic? Options: Absolute monarchy, Rule by divine right, Representative democracy, Oligarchy

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Representative democracy

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