Question

which of the following documents is the foundation for how the u.s. legal system functions?
a the declaration of independence
b john rawls’ a theory of justice
c the magna carta
d the constitution

question 2 (5 points)
(01.01 lc)
what is the main idea of the magna carta?
a it discouraged the idea of the social contract.
b it called for limiting the power of the monarch.
c it helped define justice by setting standards for courts.
d it defined roles for government, such as the work of agencies.

question 3 (5 points)
(01.01 mc)
which feature distinguishes law from ethics?
a laws are established by society and culture.
b laws have personal consequences.
c laws are informal guides ot behavior.
d laws are legally binding.

Explanation:

• Question 1: The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the United States. It establishes the framework of the U.S. government (legislative, executive, and judicial branches) and the rights of citizens. The Declaration of Independence is about declaring independence from Britain. John Rawls' A Theory of Justice is a philosophical work. The Magna Carta is a historical English document.
• Question 2: The Magna Carta (1215) was a charter that limited the power of the English monarch. It was not about discouraging the social contract (which is a later philosophical concept). While it had some legal aspects, its main thrust was limiting monarchical power. It was not about defining government agency roles.
• Question 3: Laws are legally binding (enforced by the state through courts, police, etc.). Ethics are moral principles (not legally enforceable in the same way). Both laws and ethics can be influenced by society and culture. Both can have personal consequences (e.g., guilt for unethical behavior, punishment for illegal behavior). Laws are formal, not informal.

Answer:

• Question 1: d. The Constitution
• Question 2: b. It called for limiting the power of the monarch.
• Question 3: d. Laws are legally binding.