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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. De Tocqueville compares equality to what weapon?
(a) A spear.
(b) A double-edged sword.
(c) A bow and arrow.
(d) A dagger.

2. Where were the first colonies established?
(a) New England.
(b) New Haven.
(c) Virginia.
(d) Delaware.

3. What is one of the branches of government?
(a) House of Representatives.
(b) Legislative.
(c) President.
(d) Senate.

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

5. In de Tocqueville's observations, what is something the federal government is allowed to do?
(a) Manage health care.
(b) Manage education.
(c) Create infrastructure.
(d) Tax.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Before the American Revolution, what were the two great political parties?

3. In times of peace, what has more power than the President?

4. Freedom of the press is described as what type of weapon?

5. When can a judge refuse to enforce a law?

(see the answer key)

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