2. In writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson was influenced most by John Locke’s idea of A. the rights of the accused

B. natural rights

C. the right to privacy

D. due process of law

3. Which important reason for the American victory in the Revolutionary War is missing from the chart?

A. aid from foreign nations

B. control of railroads and canals

C. naval superiority of the thirteen colonies

D. greater number of Indian allies

4. The main criticism of the Articles of Confederation was that they failed to

A. provide adequate powers for the central government

B. prevent the development of military rule

C. allow for the admission of new states

D. limit the powers of the president