Question

which belief did the colonists hold based on rights granted by magna carta? a. all human beings are entitled to certain natural rights. b. the king only rules over his subjects by their consent. c. there should be limitations on the power of government. d. all criminals must be tried in england rather than in the colonies.

Explanation:

Magna Carta limited the power of the English - king, establishing the principle that the power of the government (represented by the king at the time) should be restricted. It was a foundation for the idea of limited government power, which the colonists later drew upon. Option A is more related to Enlightenment - era natural rights. Option B is more about the social - contract theory. Option D has no relation to Magna Carta.

Answer:

C. There should be limitations on the power of government.