Which idea is expressed in this passage?

People have the right to rebel if their rights are denied

Which idea is central to John Locke’s Two Treatises of Government?

A government’s power comes from the consent of the people

The Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights both served to

Limit the power of the monarchy

Limited the power of the monarch

Which conclusion about this period can be drawn from the time line?

Many areas of the world were governed by totalitarian rule

During the mid-1930s, what was common to Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, and Communist Russia?

one-party system that denied basic human rights

Which statement expresses the main idea of the passage?

The state is more important than the individuals within it

Censorship, a one-party dictatorship & the replacement of religious ideas with the state's

are all characteristics of a totalitarian government

One characteristic of a totalitarian state is that

the government controls and censors the media

Totalitarian countries are characterized by

government control of newspapers, radio, and television

Which statement is consistent with the ideas of Niccolo Machiavelli?

The law should be subject to the will of the leader

The writing of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Baron de Montesquieu & John Locke were similar in that

each supported the principles of a democratic republic

Nationalism, individuals existing for the good of the state & unquestioning loyalty are

are the defining characteristics of fascism

One way in which Montesquieu, Voltaire, and Rousseau are similar is that they were

Philosophers during the Age of Enlightenment

According to John Locke, the purpose of government is to

Protect the natural rights of individuals

What is a major belief associated with Marxism?

The proletariat would rise up and overthrow the bourgeoisie

In a parliamentary system with multiple political parties where no party gains a majority,

elections usually result in coalition governments

The main idea of this early 20th-century British cartoon was that women

had little chance of getting the right to vote

The Puritan Revolution and the Glorious Revolution are both closely associated with the

Rise of parliamentary democracy in England

Rulers were responsible to the people

The success of the women’s suffrage movement in 20th-century Europe resulted in part from women

Working in factories during World War I

What was a major effect of the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights on Great Britain?

The power of the monarch was limited

One way in which the Hitler Youth of Germany & the Red Guard of China are similar is that both

organizations required unquestioning loyalty to the leader

A key idea in the Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels is that workers should

support the overthrow of the capitalist system

Totalitarian governments are characterized by the

use of censorship, secret police, and repression

One contribution that John Locke made to Enlightenment philosophy was the idea that

Governments should be based on the consent of the people

Which statement represents a characteristic of democracy?

Citizens are the source of power in government

The statement provides support for the

formation of government based on a social contract

Magna Carta in 1215 & the Glorious Revolution in 1688 were key events in English history

because they resulted in limiting the power of the monarchy

These headlines indicate that women as leaders

Have gained some political power in patriarchal societies

What was a major result of the Glorious Revolution?

England further limited its monarchy

What represents a key idea directly associated with John Locke’s Two Treatises on Government?

People are born with the right to life, liberty & property

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1
The ideas of Rousseau, Voltaire, and Montesquieu most influenced
improvements in the working conditions of factory workers
the rise of industrial capitalism
movements for political reform
the growing power of priests in the Roman Catholic Church
2
Which idea is expressed in this passage?
Liberty can only be guaranteed in a direct democracy
People should give up liberty to create an orderly society
Governments should be obeyed regardless of their actions
People have the right to rebel if their rights are denied
3
The English Bill of Rights & the political philosophy of John Locke both support the idea of a
Limited Government
Marxist dictatorship
Fascist dictatorship
Coalition government
4
Which idea is central to John Locke’s Two Treatises of Government?
Predestination will determine who will go to heaven
A government’s power comes from the consent of the people
Famine, disease & conflict are natural checks on population
Have-nots will rise up & overthrow the gov't of the haves
5
The Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights both served to
Abolish the government’s role in levying taxes
Support the theory of the divine right of kings
Limit the power of the monarchy
Extend the voting privileges of commoners
6
Which pair of leaders used political purges as a means of maintain control of the government?
Simon Bolivar and Bernardo O’Higgins
F.W. De Klerk and Indira Gandhi
Sun Yixian (Sun Yat-sen) and Emperor Hirohito
Joseph Stalin and Mao Zedong
7
Question Above
Provided for universal suffrage
Limited the power of the monarch
Created a theocracy
Equalized taxes
8
Which conclusion about this period can be drawn from the time line?
The rule of China was unchanged during the entire period
Many areas of the world were governed by totalitarian rule
Much of C & S America came under the Cortez's rule by 1519
Europe controlled most of the world between 1206 & 1532
9
Which period is most closely associated with the major ideas of these philosophers?
Renaissance
Enlightenment
Reconquista
Crusades
10
During the mid-1930s, what was common to Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, and Communist Russia?
government ownership of the means of production
one-party system that denied basic human rights
encouragement of the freedom of expression in the arts
emphasis on consumer goods rather than on weapons
11
Throughout history, a basic purpose of government has been to provide
Representation for all social classes
Laws to maintain order
Separate political and religious systems
Equal rights for all people
12
Which leader is associated with the rise of fascism in Italy prior to World War II?
Ho Chi Minh
Winston Churchill
Mao Zedong
Benito Mussolini
13
Which statement expresses the main idea of the passage?
The establishment of an empire will cause division and chaos
The people have a right to overthrow ineffective governments
The state gets its authority from the power of individuals
The state is more important than the individuals within it
14
In The Prince, Machiavelli advises rulers to
Learn and follow the commandments of the church
Promote openness in government
Establish and maintain power
Seek the approval of the people
15
Censorship, a one-party dictatorship & the replacement of religious ideas with the state's
are all characteristics of a democratic government
are all characteristics of a limited monarchy
are all characteristics of a totalitarian government
are all characteristics of a parliamentary system
16
One characteristic of a totalitarian state is that
the government controls and censors the media
several political parties run the economic system
minority groups are granted many civil liberties
citizens are encouraged to criticize the government
17
Totalitarian countries are characterized by
free and open discussion of ideas
government control of newspapers, radio, and television
government protection of people’s civil liberties
a multiparty system with several candidates for each office
18
Which statement is consistent with the ideas of Niccolo Machiavelli?
The law should be subject to the will of the leader
Markets should operate with little governmental interference
Democratic principles should be followed faithfully
Human rights should be respected in all countries
19
The writing of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Baron de Montesquieu & John Locke were similar in that
each supported the principles of a democratic republic
each supported the principles of an autocracy
each supported the principles of a military dictatorship
each supported the principles of a theocratic society
20
Nationalism, individuals existing for the good of the state & unquestioning loyalty are
are the defining characteristics of theocracy
are the defining characteristics of democracy
are the defining characteristics of fascism
are the defining characteristics of liberalism
21
One way in which Montesquieu, Voltaire, and Rousseau are similar is that they were
Chief ministers during the French Revolution
Philosophers during the Age of Enlightenment
Supporters of the Counter Reformation
Leaders of Italian unification movement
22
According to John Locke, the purpose of government is to
Serve the monarch
Stimulate the economy
Protect the natural rights of individuals
Create overseas settlements
23
What is a major belief associated with Marxism?
Private ownership of property should be expanded
Peasants would gain control of overseas markets
The proletariat would rise up and overthrow the bourgeoisie
Religion should be more important than political forces
24
Which type of political system is being depicted in this 1943 cartoon?
Monarchy
Direct democracy
Totalitarian
Theocratic republic
25
In a parliamentary system with multiple political parties where no party gains a majority,
elections usually result in coalition governments
elections usually result in religious conflict
elections usually result in command economies
elections usually result in secessionist movements
26
The main idea of this early 20th-century British cartoon was that women
wanted to end World War I
were well prepared to assume the duties of citizenship
should emphasize their responsibilities as workers
had little chance of getting the right to vote
27
The Puritan Revolution and the Glorious Revolution are both closely associated with the
Expansion of Papal authority in Rome
Rise of parliamentary democracy in England
Beginning of the Reconquista in Spain
Calling of the Congress of Vienna
28
Question above
The individual was denied a trial by jury
The power of the monarch came from God
Rulers were responsible to the people
Religious authorities controlled the lawmaking process
29
The governments of Augusto Pinochet, Saddam Hussein, and Slobodan Milosevic are examples of
Islamic theocracies
Absolute monarchies
Democratic republics
Oppressive regimes
30
The success of the women’s suffrage movement in 20^th-century Europe resulted in part from women
Being encouraged to have large families
Holding high political offices
Working in factories during World War I
Serving in combat positions during World War I
31
The idea that all people have natural rights of life, liberty & property is associated with the
writings of Baron de Montesquieu
writings of Jacques-Benigne Bossuet
writings of Thomas Hobbes
writings of John Locke
32
What was a key cause for the rise of fascism in nations such as Italy and Germany?
Economic hardship
Genocide
Secret treaties
Collectivization
33
What was a major effect of the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights on Great Britain?
The power of the monarch was limited
Parliament was abolished
Ireland revolted against the monarchy
A renewed interest in Greek and Roman culture developed
34
Question Above
Enlightenment
Renaissance
Reformation
Middle Ages
35
One way in which the Hitler Youth of Germany & the Red Guard of China are similar is that both
organizations required unquestioning loyalty to the leader
organizations hindered imperialistic goals
organizations led pro-democracy movements
organizations helped increase religious tolerance
36
A key idea in the Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels is that workers should
support the regulation of wages and working conditions
support the overthrow of the capitalist system
support the establishment of labor unions
support the technological changes in production methods
37
Totalitarian governments are characterized by the
use of censorship, secret police, and repression
lack of a written constitution
elimination of heavy industry
support of the people of parliamentary decisions
38
Which historical period is best represented in the ideas expressed by these speakers?
Counter Reformation
Early Middle Ages
Age of Exploration
Enlightenment
39
Which institution became stronger & limited the monarchy in order to end absolutism in England?
Universities
Banks
Anglican Church
Parliament
40
One contribution that John Locke made to Enlightenment philosophy was the idea that
Individual rights should be denied
The punishment should fit the crime
Governments should be based on the consent of the people
Absolute monarchies should continue
41
To which situation are these speakers most likely reacting?
Growth of Zionism
Formation of military alliances
Rise of industrialization
Division of Africa
42
Which ideology best completes this graphic organizer?
Fascism
Socialism
Capitalism
Democracy
43
Which statement represents a characteristic of democracy?
The government limits the thoughts and actions of the people
Religious leaders control government policy
The laws are made by influential military officers
Citizens are the source of power in government
44
The statement provides support for the
rejection of the natural rights philosophy
elimination of laissez-faire capitalism
formation of government based on a social contract
continuation of absolute monarchy
45
Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Locke both agreed that a government should be based on the
Equal distribution of wealth
Religious values of the people
Separation of nationalities
Consent of the governed
46
Magna Carta in 1215 & the Glorious Revolution in 1688 were key events in English history
because they resulted in creating alliances with France
because they resulted in annexing territory
because they resulted in defeating Protestant nobles
because they resulted in limiting the power of the monarchy
47
These headlines indicate that women as leaders
Were banned from political roles during the 20th century
Have gained some political power in patriarchal societies
Were limited to one term in office
Have attained key positions in a wide variety of industries
48
This 17th-century excerpt is found in the
English Bill of Rights
Napoleonic Code
Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen
Balfour Declaration
49
What was a major result of the Glorious Revolution?
The Spanish Armada was defeated
England further limited its monarchy
Napoleon was restored to power
Oliver Cromwell became the leader of England
50
This statement is taken from the written work of
Niccolo Machiavelli
Adam Smith
John Locke
Ignatius Loyola
51
What represents a key idea directly associated with John Locke’s Two Treatises on Government?
The king’s power on Earth comes from God
Freedom of speech should be denied
Self-interested individuals will achieve economic success
People are born with the right to life, liberty & property
52
Which writer opposed political absolutism?
John Locke
James I
Jacques-Benigne Bossuet
Niccolo Machiavelli
53
Based on this image, women deserve the right to vote because
Without the right to vote women cannot be taxed
Only women understand what it takes to raise children
They can only industrial jobs if they can vote
They contribute to society in many ways
54
Baron de Montesquieu believed that a separation of powers would
Restore authority to the Roman Catholic Church
Prevent tyranny by acting as a check on power
Increase corruption of political authority
Decrease the power of the middle class
55
Which conclusion is supported by these headlines?
Communist governments have insured equal rights for women
Equal rights for women continues to be a global concern
Women are not active in political issues
Women have achieved equality in the area of education
56
These headlines illustrate that in some countries there is an ongoing struggle to
Create fair democratic processes
Establish courts that are unbiased
Protect freedom of the press
Guarantee freedom of assembly
57
Which written work criticized the capitalist system during the Industrial Revolution?
Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels
The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith
The Origin of the Species by Charles Darwin
“White Man’s Burden” by Rudyard Kipling
58
Which group was still excluded from suffrage in the 1880s?
farmworkers
women
working-class men
men with a certain amount property
59
Which document limited the power of the English monarchy during the Middle Ages?
Rig Veda
Justinian Code
Magna Carta
Twelve Tables
60
Which change in perception is suggested by these international developments regarding women?
A growing concern for the treatment of women
An increase in the global exploitation of women
A decrease in political power for women
A decline in the economic status of women
61
In The Prince, Niccolo Machiavelli was most concerned with
The expansion of church authority
Government regulation of the economy
The use of political power
Equality and justice for all
62
What is meant by Machiavelli's belief that "the end justifies the means"?
Leaders may use any method to achieve what is best
Leaders must always act for the common good
Pleasing all of the people at any given time is possible
The general public always acts in its own best interest
63
According to John Locke, the chief role of government was to
Redistribute land
Fight territorial wars
Protect natural rights
Ensure the wealth of citizens
64
In England, these events were instrumental in
Justifying the acquisition of territory in foreign lands
Developing parliamentary democracy
Promoting government control of the economy
Supporting a disarmament policy
65
The Glorious Revolution in England resulted in the
end of civil liberties guaranteed by the Petition of Right
weakening of Parliament's power of the purse
formation of a limited monarchy
strengthening of divine right rule
66
After WWI, the rise of Benito Mussolini in Italy & Adolf Hitler in Germany are associated with
The development of fascism
A return to conservative religious practices
The desire for containment
An emphasis on democratic traditions
67
In his book The Prince, Niccolo Machiavelli advises that a wise ruler is one who
keeps taxes and food prices low
encourages educations and the arts
allow advisors to speak their minds
does what is necessary to stay in power
68
One similarity between Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini is that both
Rejected militarism
Remained in power after World War II
Led fascist states
Supported communism
69
Niccolo Machiavelli in The Prince & Thomas Hobbes in Leviathan advocated that a ruler should
apply Christian teaching to all decisions
employ absolute power to maintain order
obtain power from a social contract with the governed
place the needs of subjects first
70
What is the main idea expressed in these quotations?
Rulers should govern with unlimited power
Rulers must be subject to the law
All governments must be democratic
Governments should be based on the laws of God
71
In The Communist Manifesto, Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels expressed the idea that
Power should be determined by a person’s wealth
Religion should be the most important factor in society
Supply and demand should control prices
Profits from work should belong to the workers
72
Which speaker best represents the views of Karl Marx?
A
D
B
C
73
Niccolo Machiavelli wrote The Prince as a guide to success in
Economic undertakings
Scholarship
Politics
Family life
74
The statement expresses the views of
Mikhail Gorbachev
Karl Marx
Jomo Kenyatta
Kemal Ataturk
75
One way in which Robespierre, Stalin, Mao Zedong & Saddam Hussein are similar is that these
leaders all purged their nations of political opponents
leaders all followed the teachings of Karl Marx
leaders all obtained their goals through passive resistance
leaders all supported the European Enlightenment
76
Which action is most closely associated with totalitarian governments?
Allowing public discussion of issues and building consensus
Engaging in censorship and propaganda campaigns
Having open & transparent elections
Accepting criticism and permitting dissent
77
Question Above
Niccolo Machiavelli
John Locke
Karl Marx
Thomas Hobbes
78
Which conclusion can be drawn from the table?
Revolutions gained the right to vote for men
Anglicans gained the right to vote after the Catholics
By 1860, all men had the right to vote
The right to vote was gradually extended over time
79
A totalitarian society is one in which
citizens can publicly criticize the actions of the leaders
the state is considered a servant of the citizens
religious beliefs are supported by the government
the government controls most aspects of life
80
The statement was used to justify a policy of
militarism
containment
ethnocentrism
appeasement
81
Which philosopher most likely wrote this statement?
John Locke
Voltaire
Baron de Montesquieu
Niccolo Machiavelli
82
What government is best characterized by one-party rule, censorship & the use of terror?
Limited monarchy
Totalitarian
Parliamentary democracy
Feudal
83
Which heading best completes the partial outline on British history above?
Beginning of Socialism
Evolution of Parliamentary Democracy
Challenges to Papal Power
Rise of Absolutism
84
Which statement describes a similarity between the French & the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia?
Both resulted from gov't denial of rights & poor economies
The existing leaders favored changing the political system
The new democracies gave people greater representation
Most revolutionary support was provided by foreign radicals
85
Which statement describes a similarity in these situations?
Voting rights were extended to women
Leaders won the support of all groups
Civil liberties were promoted
One group seized power and limited opposition
86
Which type of political system did Lenin, Hitler & Mussolini establish in their countries?
constitutional monarchy
theocracy
representative democracy
totalitarianism
87
The Enlightenment philosophers believed that the power of government is derived from
those who are governed
divine right rulers
the middle class
a strong military
88
Oliver Cromwell led the Puritan Revolution in England in response to the
Passage of the Bill of Rights
Implantation of mercantilism
Autocratic rule of the king
Defeat of the Spanish Armada
89
Which heading best completes this graphic organizer?
Ethnocentrism
Fascism
Socialism
Liberalism
90
This passage is most closely associated with the ideas of
Pope Urban II
Thomas Malthus
Niccolo Machiavelli
John Calvin
91
One similarity in the actions of Benito Mussolini and Saddam Hussein is that both
Expanded the power of labor unions
Sought a classless society
Denied individual rights
Established a democratic form of government
92
Which solution would Baron de Montesquieu offer to avoid the enactment of tyrannical laws?
limiting natural laws
granting freedom of speech
separating the branches of government
reinstating absolute monarchies
93
Which political belief would this speaker support?
Needs of the state are more important than individual rights
All people are born with certain natural rights
Education is a necessary ingredient for stable society
Societies need war to bring about progress
94
Which historical figures expressed ideas that are most similar to those of Speaker B?
Peter the Great
John Locke
Bishop Jacques-Benigne Bossuet
Thomas Malthus
95
Which individual would most likely agree with the ideas expressed in this quotation?
Benito Mussolini
Nelson Mandela
Mohandas Gandhi
Lech Walesa
96
In Two Treatises on Government, John Locke wrote the purpose of government was to
Regulate the economy
Expand territory
Keep kings in power
Protect natural rights
97
The Magna Carta, the Petition of Right, and the English Bill of Rights were created to
limit the power of English monarchs
organize England’s colonial empire
abolish the role of Parliament
establish laws protecting the rights of Protestants
98
Which event in English history is most directly associated with these actions?
Defeat of the Spanish Armada
Puritan Revolution
Glorious Revolution
Founding of the Anglican Church
99
The writing of the Magna Carta was a reaction to the
Economic restrictions under imperialism
Abuse of power by monarchs
Missionary work of clergy
Threats of revolution from colonial governors
100
Which concept is being described by Speakers A and C?
Collective security
Militarism
Self-determination
Isolationism
101
The primary purpose of the Magna Carta (1215) was to
Charter the British East India Company
Limit the power of King John
Install Oliver Cromwell as dictator
Justify the Glorious Revolution
102
One way in which the Magna Carta, the Petition of Right & the Glorious Revolution are similar
is that each settled religious conflicts
is that each limited the power of the English monarchy
is that each led to the exploration of Africa
is that each strengthened the power of the pope
103
The events listed on this time line illustrate the development of
A divine right monarchy
A totalitarian form of government
Universal voting rights
A constitutional monarchy
104
Based on the information provided by this map and graph, which statement is accurate?
Women have been national leaders in nearly every region
Women national leaders have been dominant in African gov'ts
Women have gained leadership positions only in W democracies
The political power of women has declined since the 1960s
105
In this passage, Montesquieu is making reference to
A social contract
An enlightened despotism
A policy of mercantilism
A separation of powers
106
Which principle is expressed in this quotation from the French Revolution?
natural law
nationalism
socialism
free trade

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