9/25 Test Flashcards
What does the State of Nature mean according to John Locke?
People living without any government or laws.
Example sentence: During the State of Nature, individuals have complete freedom to act as they please.
What are the natural rights according to John Locke?
Life, liberty, property.
Additional information: These rights are considered fundamental and inherent to all individuals.
What does the right to life mean according to John Locke?
People want to survive and be safe from threats to their lives.
Example sentence: The right to life ensures individuals have the freedom to protect themselves from harm.
What does the right to liberty mean according to John Locke?
People want to be as free as possible, make their own decisions, and live as they please.
Additional information: Liberty allows individuals to exercise autonomy and independence.
What does the right to property mean according to John Locke?
People want to own necessary things for survival, work freely, and gain economic benefits.
Example sentence: The right to property gives individuals the freedom to acquire resources and benefit from their labor.
Where does the power of legitimate government come from according to John Locke?
The consent of the people.
Additional information: Governments derive their authority from the agreement and support of the governed.
What is the main purpose of government according to John Locke?
To protect natural rights.
Additional information: Governments exist to safeguard the fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals.
What does the term faction mean?
Interest groups.
Example sentence: Factions in politics often represent specific interests or ideologies.
What is a constitution?
A legal framework for government.
Additional information: Constitutions establish the structure, powers, and limitations of a government.
What does the word ‘limits’ mean when discussing government?
Things that the government may not do or actions it may not take.
Additional information: Limitations on government power are essential to prevent abuse and protect individual rights.
What are constitutional governments organized to prevent?
One person or group from getting enough power to control the government.
Additional information: Constitutional systems aim to distribute power and prevent tyranny.
What is the term for dividing the power of government among different branches?
Separation of powers.
Additional information: Separation of powers ensures a system of checks and balances within government.
How many branches of government are there in the United States?
Three.
Example sentence: The executive, legislative, and judicial branches make up the U.S. government.
What are the two houses of Congress?
The House of Representatives and Senate.
Additional information: Congress is bicameral, consisting of two separate legislative chambers.
What is the president’s cabinet?
A group of people that give advice to help the president make important decisions.
Example sentence: The cabinet members assist the president in governing and policy-making.
Who is the head of the Executive branch of government?
The president.
Additional information: The president serves as the chief executive and commander-in-chief of the U.S.
What does the Legislative branch of government do?
Creates the laws.
Additional information: The legislative branch is responsible for proposing, debating, and passing legislation.
What does the Judicial branch of government do?
Interprets the laws.
Additional information: The judiciary ensures laws are applied fairly and consistently within the legal system.
