Q1. How did the ideas of Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Jean Jacques Rousseau, and the Baron de Montesquieu influence the birth and creation of our government?
Q2. Discuss how and why power is divided in our government. You should mention both separation of powers (3 branches) and federalism in your response.
Q3. Explain and provide two examples of how our Constitution was a product of compromise.
Q4. Explain the difference between civil liberties and civil rights; include examples.
Q5. Imagine our US Senator, Tom Carper, knocks on your door to campaign for reelection. Your roommate answers, and complains to him that they are upset because their street light has been out for three months and people drive too fast on the local road. Explain to your roommate why Senator Carper is probably unable to help them and how they can better address their concerns.