Magna Carta vs Mayflower Compact

Which of the following was a key outcome of the Magna Carta?

• It established the principle that everyone is subject to the law.

• It created the first Parliament.

• It declared independence from France.

• It abolished the monarchy.

What significant document, signed in 1215, influenced the American Founding Fathers?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Magna Carta

• The Articles of Confederation

• The English Bill of Rights

Which statement best explains the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

• It limited the power of future colonial governments

• It weakened the influence of religion in government

• It established a form of self-government based on social contract

• It guaranteed liberties for colonists through local government

What was the Mayflower Compact?

• A document that allowed the Native Americans to live on the colony.

• A document that allowed women to vote.

• A document that listed a set of rules that 41 male passengers agreed to follow in the colony.

• A document that allows for colonists to trade amongst each other.

What was this called?

• Pilgrims' Pact

• Plymouth Promise

• House of Burgesses

• Mayflower Compact

What did the Magna Carta do?

• Gave more power to the King

• Limited the power of the King

• Got rid of the Feudal System in England

• Gave more power to the Common People

What document did the Pilgrims develop that was an important early step toward self government?

• Mayflower Compact

• Declaration of Independence

• Magna Carta

• Constitution

What was a primary purpose of the Magna Carta when it was originally signed in 1215?

• To limit the power of the King

• To establish a new religion

• To create a new tax system

• To expand the British Empire

Which of the following best describes the Mayflower Compact?

• A peace treaty with Native Americans

• A charter for a new colony

• A social contract for self-governance

• A trade agreement with England

How did the Magna Carta influence the development of constitutional government?

• It established the idea of a monarchy

• It introduced the concept of a social contract

• It laid the foundation for parliamentary democracy

• It promoted absolute power of the King