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The Constitution was shaped by European traditions, particularly _____ ideas as reflected in the Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights of 1689.

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The Constitution was shaped by European traditions, particularly "Enlightenment" ideas as reflected in the Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights of 1689, since these had to do with "checking" power and making sure that government served the people. 
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