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Exam 1
Question 11
Essay Question
- Be concise, thoughtful and provide examples
- Make sure to answer the questions fully and provide an example to support your argument
- write 2 to 3 paragraphs
Explain John Locke’s natural rights theory and how it relates to the Declaration of Independence
-make sure to define natural rights theory
-in general, cite parts of the Declaration of Independence
Question 12
Essay Question
- Be concise, thoughtful and provide examples
- Make sure to answer the questions fully and provide an example to support your argument
The Constitution was designed largely out of necessity following the failures of the Articles of Confederation, describe 2 to 3 key issues that were addressed/fixed by the United States Constitution.
Question 13
- Be concise, thoughtful and provide examples
- Make sure to answer the questions fully and provide an example to support your argument
- write 2 to 3 paragraphs
In your opinion who has power, states or the federal government? Provide evidence to support your response. (there is no specific correct answer, I am looking for your explanation)
Question 14
The Constitution provides a system of checks and balances to ensure that one branch of government does not exceed its authority. (The Executive/Presidency, Legislature/Congress [Senate and House of Representatives] and the Judicial/Supreme court.
Provide 2 to 3 examples where one branch of government checks and balances another branch.