Influences on America's Founding Documents

Question 1

According to the Declaration of Independence, where does a government get its powers?

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from those who are governed

Question 2

Which Enlightenment ideals are specifically expressed in the first four amendments of the US Constitution? Check all that apply.

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unalienable or natural rights; the social contract; the limits of government

Question 3

How does the final paragraph of the Declaration of Independence reveal the influence of the Great Awakening on American politics?

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by asserting that the new united colonial government would have divine support

Question 4

Articles I, II, and III of the US Constitution reflect Montesquieu’s concept of the [___]. The articles also reflect the Enlightenment ideal that [___] lies with the people.

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separation of powers; Selection 1: separation of powers; Selection 2: sovereignty

Question 5

Articles I, II, and III of the US Constitution reflect Montesquieu’s concept of the [___]. The articles also reflect the Enlightenment ideal that [___] lies with the people.

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sovereignty

Question 6

Which of the first four amendments specifically address the right to property? Check all that apply.

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Amendment II; Amendment III; Amendment IV

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