What text structure did the writers of the English Bill of Rights use to frame their argument?
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They discussed the causes of the king's removal from the throne, and then described the rights the new monarchs would protect as an effect.
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Which line from the English Bill of Rights describes one cause of James II's removal from the throne?
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"By violating the freedom of election of members to serve in Parliament"
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What was one effect of the English Bill of Rights?
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It limited the power of the monarchy.
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"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
Which right listed in the English Bill of Rights is the basis for the Second Amendment to the US Constitution, shown above?
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"That the subjects . . . may have arms for their defence"
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Which rights listed in the US Constitution are also guaranteed by the English Bill of Rights? Check all that apply.
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First Amendment: "Congress shall make no law . . . abridging the freedom of speech . . . or the right of the people . . . to petition the Government."
Eighth Amendment: "Excessive bail shall not be required . . . nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."
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Which of the following elements of the US Constitution has its roots in the English Bill of Rights?
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protection from cruel and unusual punishment
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Which rights for citizens did the English Bill of Rights support? Check all that apply.
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protection from cruel punishment
the right to bear arms
the right to trial by jury
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Which best describes the aim of the Petition of Right?
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protecting citizens
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How did the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 limit the power of the monarchy?
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It prevented monarchs from having opponents arrested.
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How did the Magna Carta change the relationship between the monarch and the people?
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It placed limits on the monarch's power.
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Which best explains Charles I's actions after Parliament refused him war funds?
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He dissolved Parliament.
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The legislative body that resulted from the signing of the Magna Carta served what purpose?
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It acted as a system of checks and balances.
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The English Bill of Rights effectively ended the threat of
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absolutism.
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The Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 required accused criminals to be
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brought before a judge.
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Which best describes the significance of William and Mary accepting Parliament's limitation on the monarchy's power?
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It affirmed Parliament's supremacy over government.
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