8/14: Magna Carta

According to the idea of limited government, what must the government do?

• Operate without any boundaries

• Operate within boundaries established by its people

• Ignore the wishes of the people

• Make its own rules without input

Which of the following best describes the relationship between government and law under the "Rule of Law" principle?

• The government can enforce laws but is not bound by them

• The government can make laws but does not have to follow them

• The government must always act within the law when making or enforcing laws

• The government is above the law when enforcing laws

Why is it important for a government to operate within boundaries established by its people?

• To ensure the government has unlimited power

• To protect the rights and freedoms of the people

• To allow the government to ignore the law

• To make the government more powerful than the people

Which statement best describes the significance of the Magna Carta?

• It established that the power of the monarchy was not absolute.

• It gave King John more power over the barons.

• It abolished all taxes in England.

• It created a new monarchy in France.

What idea did the Petition of Rights challenge in 1628?

• The right to free speech

• The divine right of kings

• The right to bear arms

• The right to vote

For how many years was the Magna Carta respected by some monarchs and ignored by others?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 400 years

• 50 years

Why did James II’s decision to maintain a massive standing army in peacetime frighten people in England?

• It was against English tradition.

• It was too expensive.

• It was supported by Parliament.

• It was common in other countries.

Analyze why rumors of cruel and unusual punishment under James II might have increased public fear and opposition to his rule.

• Such rumors suggested a violation of traditional rights and increased distrust in the monarchy.

• Such rumors made people want to join the army.

• Such rumors encouraged people to support James II.

• Such rumors had no effect on public opinion.

Prince William III of Orange, who became King of England, was originally from which country?

• The Netherlands

• France

• Spain

• Germany

What did the English Bill of Rights prohibit regarding the military during peace time?

• Allowed a standing army at all times

• Prohibited a standing army in peace time, except with the consent of Parliament

• Required a standing army at all times

• Allowed the monarch to decide on military matters alone