Foundations of American Democracy

Question 1

The basis for America’s foundation in liberty is found in

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the Declaration of Independence.

Question 2

The concept of natural rights, which was later used in the Declaration of Independence, was first proposed by

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John Locke.

Question 3

Which of the following is the best example of populism?

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A government allows its people to govern themselves.

Question 4

During his trip to the United States, Alexis de Tocqueville observed that Americans

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believed in the idea of populism.

Question 5

Which best describes Alexis de Tocqueville?

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He was a French historian and political scientist who championed “uniquely American” values such as egalitarianism.

Question 6

De Tocqueville’s travels throughout the United States led him to conclude that it was

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a unique country.

Question 7

De Tocqueville observed the laissez-faire government in the United States, which meant that the government

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stayed out of people’s affairs.

Question 8

The Enlightenment thinker Baron de Montesquieu came up with the idea of

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the separation of the government’s powers.

Question 9

A social contract is an agreement between

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a government and its citizens.

Question 10

Which statement best describes the Enlightenment?

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The Enlightenment was a European movement that spread to the colonies.

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