One idea that we take from the Romans is the idea of “civic” duty. The word “civic” means “in relation to the community”. What civic duties do we have to our country and government as citizens of the United States of America? In other words, what actions are considered our responsibilities as citizens of a democracy?

Answer:

Obeying the law, paying taxes, and serving on the jury when summoned are all actions that are our civic duties.

Explanation:

The following statements are from Enlightenment philosophers:

1. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.
2. Constant experience shows us that every man invested with power is apt to abuse it.
3. Where the whole power of one department is exercised by the same hands which possess the whole power of another department, the fundamental principles of a free constitution are subverted.
4. You are free at all times, in all places, as soon as you do what you wish to do.
Which statement reflects the idea of a social contract? (3 points)

Select one:
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4

Describe the type of government which nationalists wanted.