Question

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the influence of the Magna Carta on government in the United States?
Like the nobles in King John’s time, the framers of the Constitution wanted to find ways to expand government’s power
The framers of the Constitution agreed that the role of the legislature should be one of giving advice, not suggesting new laws
The framers of the Constitution agreed that the powers of their king needed to be held in check
Like the nobles in King John’s time the framers of the Constitution wanted protections against the abuse of government power