who proposed the system of checks and balances that was included in the U.S. Constitution?

A: James Madison

B: Thomas Jefferson

C: Patrick Henry

D: John Hancock


which document established the first government of the United States?

A: Declaration of Independence

B: New Jersey Plan

C: Constitution

D: Articles of Confederation


Which of these would be the MOST accurate example of an 'unalienable' right of a U.S. citizen according to the Bill of Rights?

A: Freedom to stop protest

B: Freedom to shoot a firearm

C: Freedom to practice any or no religion

D: Freedom to rebel against the government