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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Volume 1, Chapter 6-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before the American Revolution, what were the two great political parties?
(a) The Federalist and the Democratic parties.
(b) The Federalist and the Anti-Federalist parties.
(c) The Federalist and the State parties.
(d) The Federalist and the Republican parties.

2. By excluding minorities from power, what does de Tocqueville believe will happen?
(a) The foundations of the Constitution will be violated.
(b) A new type of democratic rule will emerge.
(c) The minority will revolt against the majority.
(d) The foundation of democracy will be endangered.

3. In de Tocqueville's analysis, sovereignty flows in what direction?
(a) From the federal government to the state.
(b) From the people to the military.
(c) From the state to the people.
(d) From the people to the state.

4. When were the first colonies established?
(a) Early 1700s.
(b) Early 1600s.
(c) Early 1900s.
(d) Early 1500s.

5. What is an essential tool for maintaining liberty?
(a) Protection of the press.
(b) Freedom of the press.
(c) Protection of the First Amendment.
(d) Freedom of religion.

Short Answer Questions

1. After what event was the sovereignty of the people codified in law?

2. De Tocqueville believes that there must be complete freedom of what?

3. According to de Tocqueville, in Europe men obey what?

4. How long did de Tocqueville stay in the united States?

5. De Tocqueville observes that judges are not elected, but are what?

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