English Influences on Government

Question 1

Common law follows the past rulings of

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judges.

Question 2

When the police arrest someone today, they must follow certain agreed-upon procedures. They are said to be following

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due process.

Question 3

The Magna Carta placed clear limits on the power of the

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king.

Question 4

William Blackstone was important because he

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created a record of common law.

Question 5

The English Bill of Rights put limits on the power of

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the monarchy.

Question 6

Which statement is true of government in England before the English Bill of Rights?

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Parliament advised the king, who made all decisions.

Question 7

What was an important effect of Blackstone’s Commentaries on the Laws of England?

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Common law became more accessible.

Question 8

According to the English Bill of Rights, who makes laws regarding taxation?

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Parliament

Question 9

The Glorious Revolution of 1688 demonstrated that Parliament had

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power over the English monarchy.

Question 10

The Magna Carta led to the creation of Parliament, England’s

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legislative branch.

English Influences on Government Answers