Ratification and the Bill of Rights

Question 1

What does Adams believe about the right to property? Check all that apply.

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A: property must be recognized as sacred and should be protected by law; B: failure to protect the right of property can lead to a chaotic society

Question 2

What stance does Adams take on religion and law?

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B: some beliefs and rules, whether based in religion, are necessary for a society to be civilized

Question 3

According to Jefferson, what has God created?

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B: free minds

Question 4

According to Jefferson, what happens when people are punished for what they think?

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C: people become mean and hypocritical

Question 5

Who is the “Holy author of our religion” discussed in the passage?

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A: God

Question 6

According to Jefferson, which of these is against God’s plan?

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A: punishing people for what they believe

Question 7

How does Jefferson feel about a person’s religious opinions?

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C: people will not be forced to have a religious belief but are free to follow their own

Question 8

According to Jefferson, how should religion be considered when it comes to a person’s status in the community?

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A: religious beliefs should not affect a person’s standing in the community

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