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Ratification and the Bill of Rights — Unit test

Question 5 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

Which of the following documents was responsible for limiting the power of King John in 1215?

Answer
A
the Magna Carta
B
the English Bill of Rights
C
the Mayflower Compact
D
the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

Explanation

In 1215, English barons forced King John to agree to the Magna Carta. It limited the king’s power by requiring him to follow certain laws and recognize specific rights. The English Bill of Rights came much later, in 1689.

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