Question

1. what key principle did the magna carta establish in 1215?

a the absolute power of the monarchy
b the invincibility of the king
c the principle that the kings power was not absolute and that even the monarchy was subject to the law
d the divine right of kings

1. what principle did the mayflower compact draw from social contract theory?

a the divine right of kings
b the importance of a strong central government
c the belief in theocracy
d the idea that individuals should collectively agree to establish a just and equal society

1. what did the english bill of rights emphasize?

a the absolute power of the monarch
b the rights of parliament, fair trials, and freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
c the divine right of kings
d the establishment of a theocratic state

1. who authored the pamphlet \common sense,\ and what was its primary message?

a john adams, advocating for monarchy
b thomas paine, advocating for american independence and self - governance
c george washington, advocating for religious dogma
d benjamin franklin, advocating for theocracy

Explanation:

1. The Magna Carta limited the king's power, making him subject to law.
2. The Mayflower Compact, based on social - contract theory, was about collective agreement for a just society.
3. The English Bill of Rights focused on Parliament's rights, fair trials, and freedom from cruel punishment.
4. Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" advocated for American independence.

Answer:

1. c. The principle that the king's power was not absolute and that even the monarchy was subject to the law
2. d. The idea that individuals should collectively agree to establish a just and equal society
3. b. The rights of Parliament, fair trials, and freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
4. b. Thomas Paine, advocating for American independence and self - governance