1.
James Madison is considered "Father of the Declaration of Independence"
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Thomas Jefferson is "Father of the Declaration of Independence."
2.
James Madison is considered "Father of the Constitution"
Correct Answer
A. True
3.
Which are rights guaranteed in the Bill of Rights? (pick 3)
Correct Answer(s)
B. Freedom of Speech
C. Fair and Speedy Trial
D. Freedom From Cruel and Unusual Punishment
Explanation
There is no guarantee the people will have economic equality in our country. We have poor, middle class, and upper class in our country.
4.
All of the following relate to the Glorious Revolution EXCEPT
Correct Answer
D. Increased power of the monarch
Explanation
During the Glorious Revolution the William and Mary had to agree to implement the English Bill of Rights. The English Bill of Right put limits on the King of England and instituted democratic reforms
5.
Which of the following are branches of the government? (pick 3)
Correct Answer(s)
B. Legislative
C. Judicial
D. Executive
Explanation
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches make up our government
6.
The Legislative Branch is made up of which 2 groups?
Correct Answer(s)
B. Senate
D. House of Representatives
Explanation
The Legislative Branch id bicameral (two houses). Congress is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate
7.
The idea of separation of powers present in our constitution can be traced to
Correct Answer
B. Montesquieu
Explanation
3 branches of government, otherwise known as separation of powers, provide checks and balances in our government. Montesquieu is credited for this idea.
8.
Natural Rights philosophy relates to all of the following (pick 3)
Correct Answer(s)
A. John Locke
B. Life, liberty, property
C. Declaration of Independence
Explanation
Aristotle is not associated with Natural Rights. John Locke is credited with the philosophy. Natural rights are given by god and cannot be taken away. John Locke stated these rights were life, liberty and the pursuit of property. Thomas Jefferson borrowed these beliefs for the Declaration of Independence when he wrote that we are all entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
9.
Which of the following contributed to the financial crisis of France?
Correct Answer
C. France was involved in several wars, including the American Revolution
Explanation
The Estates General did not have the power to spend. It was a meeting called to give advise to the King
The King and Queen spent on lavish parties and expensive clothes and jewelry
The American Revolution and the Seven Years War with Britain contributed to the financial crisis in France
10.
1st estate
Correct Answer
A. Clergy
11.
2nd Estate
Correct Answer
B. Nobility
12.
3rd Estate
Correct Answer
C. Commoners
Explanation
The 3rd Estate had 97% of the population of France.
13.
The event that launched the French revolution, where people were able to gain gunpowder, and tear down a symbol of medieval France.
Correct Answer
A. Storming of the Bastille
Explanation
The Bastille was the place where prisoners were held and often tortured. It represents medieval France- no limitations on the monarch, lack of rights for the people.
14.
Protest begun by the ‘Fish Women’ demanding bread, then turned into hundreds of thousands of people demanding the King to return to Paris and sign the Declaration of the Rights of Man.
Correct Answer
D. March on Versailles
Explanation
Women were upset they could not feed their families. They started the March on Versailles, demanding the head of Marie Antoinette (which they did not get). The people demanded the King and Queen move to Paris. If they lived in Paris they would be surrounded by the problems in France and forced to see the poverty that existed. They could not ignore the issues by living out in the countryside.
15.
Third Estate renamed themselves the National Assembly and pledged to never disband until the created a constitution for France.
Correct Answer
C. Tennis Court Oath
Explanation
The 3rd Estate was ignored at the Meeting of the Estates General. Members of the 3rd Estate wanted their voice heard. The decided to form a group known as the National Assembly. They felt they were the true representatives of France. The National Assembly, representing the commoners of France, created the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen.
16.
The King called France’s representative government to order, to help solve some of the problems associated with the financial crisis.
Correct Answer
A. Meeting of the Estates General
Explanation
Because of the financial crisis in France, the King called together the meeting of representatives. It is composed of 3 estates- 1st estate is the clergy, 2nd estate is the nobility, 3rd estate is the commoners. The Meeting of the Estates General hadn't been called in 175 years.
17.
The execution of hundreds of thousands of people accused of treason against the state, lead by Robespierre
Correct Answer
C. Reign of Terror
Explanation
Extremely violent stage of the Revolution. The guillotine was used to execute people. Fear and paranoia dominated this stage.
18.
This person would lead France after the execution of Robespierre
Correct Answer
B. Napoleon
Explanation
Napoleon was Emperor of France, restoring an absolute monarch to France
19.
Napoleon forbid France or any of France’s allies to trade with England. This was known as
Correct Answer
C. Continental System
Continental System
Explanation
I remember this because Britain is separated from continental Europe. Trading between countries that were part of the continent of Europe is okay, but Britain is not okay. This was an attempt to isolate and punish Britain.
20.
Napoleon set out to reform the French legal system, he stressed clearly written and accessible law. It was similar to Justinian’s Code in that it attempted to unify a kingdom and had a profound effect on Europe. What is the legal code reform known as?
Correct Answer
D. Napoleonic Code
Explanation
A few aspects of the code- the code forbade privileges based on birth, allowed freedom of religion, and specified that government jobs go to the most qualified.
21.
The Consitution was the first national government in the United States
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The Articles of Confederation was the first!
22.
I can identify and state the importance of SEPARATION OF POWERS
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
It's a term on the quiz!
23.
I can identify and state the importance of THE DECLARATION OF THE RIGHTS OF MAN AND CITIZEN
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
It's a term on the quiz!
24.
I can identify and state the importance of NATIONALISM
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
It's a term on the quiz!