Question

which of the following describes a difference between the u.s. constitution and the magna carta?
a. the u.s. constitution guarantees certain rights for citizens, while the magna carta does not.
b. the u.s. constitution was influenced by the enlightenment, while the magna carta was not.
c. the u.s. constitution limits the power of the government, while the magna carta does not.
d. the u.s. constitution was written to end racial discrimination, while the magna carta was not.

Explanation:

The U.S. Constitution was influenced by Enlightenment ideas like natural rights and separation of powers. The Magna Carta predated the Enlightenment era. Both the U.S. Constitution and Magna Carta guarantee rights and limit government power to some extent. The U.S. Constitution was not written specifically to end racial discrimination.

Answer:

B. The U.S. Constitution was influenced by the Enlightenment, while the Magna Carta was not.