“We… do… solemnly and mutually in the presence of God, and one of another, covenant and combine ourselves together into a civil body politic, for our better ordering and preservation.”
Which of the following is a true statement about the quote?

A, This is a quote from the Mayflower Compact and reflects the principle of self-government.
B. This is a quote from the Magna Carta and reflects the principle of limited monarchy.
C. This is a quote from Common Sense and explains why the American colonists should declare independence.
D. This is a quote from the English Bill of Rights and describes the basic rights of all citizens.

Did the Magna Carta influence the American colonists’ ideas about government?

A. No, it was a document read only in England and did not influence the American colonists.
B. No, it was an agreement between some of the American colonists to follow rules when they established their colony.
C. Yes, it was an example of a limited monarchy in England, and explained that the monarch should not have unrestricted powers.
D. Yes, it was a contract between early English settlers and was used to set up all of the American colonies.

“Liberty may be endangered by the abuse of liberty, but also by the abuse of power…The truth is that all men having power ought to be mistrusted.”—James Madison

A, The quote best reflects the idea of social contract. It says that the government’s job is to protect people’s rights and keep them safe from harm.
B, The quote best reflects the idea of social contract. It says that a strong government is needed with strong laws to stop people from criminal acts.
C, The quote best reflects the idea of natural law. It says that the job of government is to protect people’s liberties, even those that are disagreeable.
D, The quote best reflects the idea of natural law. It says government power must be restricted to protect rights because people by nature are selfish.

“Liberty may be endangered by the abuse of liberty, but also by the abuse of power…The truth is that all men having power ought to be mistrusted.”—James Madison
A, The quote best reflects the idea of social contract. It says that the government’s job is to protect people’s rights and keep them safe from harm.
B, The quote best reflects the idea of social contract. It says that a strong government is needed with strong laws to stop people from criminal acts.
C, The quote best reflects the idea of natural law. It says that the job of government is to protect people’s liberties, even those that are disagreeable.
D, The quote best reflects the idea of natural law. It says government power must be restricted to protect rights because people by nature are selfish.

State why the colonists should seek independence from England. State 3 historically accurate details to support your idea.

Did the Magna Carta influence the American colonists’ ideas about government?

No, it was a document read only in England and did not influence the American colonists.
No, it was an agreement between some of the American colonists to follow rules when they established their colony.
Yes, it was an example of a limited monarchy in England, and explained that the monarch should not have unrestricted powers.
Yes, it was a contract between early English settlers and was used to set up all of the American colonies.

Which statements describe Sargon's achievements as an empire builder?

Select all correct answers.

A . He is considered to have been a good general and a wise ruler of his empire.


B. He established a permanent army.


C. He appointed governors to help control conquered lands.

D. He united the Sumerian city-states with his empire of Akkad.

E. He forced all groups to adopt the same language and religion

We… do… solemnly and mutually in the presence of God, and one of another, covenant and combine ourselves together into a civil body politic, for our better ordering and preservation.”
Which of the following is a true statement about the quote?

A, This is a quote from the Mayflower Compact and reflects the principle of self-government.
B. This is a quote from the Magna Carta and reflects the principle of limited monarchy.
C. This is a quote from Common Sense and explains why the American colonists should declare independence.
D. This is a quote from the English Bill of Rights and describes the basic rights of all citizens.

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