Origins of American Constitutional Government
Who came in the largest numbers, and how many colonies did they control?
English, controlled 13 colonies that stretched for 1,300 miles along the Atlantic
What was the Magna Cartas purpose?
Included fundamental rights such as trial by jury and due process of law
Why was the Iroquois League created?
It was created to end conflict between the tribes
What knowledge did they bring with themselves?
They brought knowledge of a new political system and common law and constitutionalism
What was the Purpose of the Petition of Right?
What was England's colonies in North America described as?
Schools of government
It came from early civilizations of Africa and Asia
What did the English Bill of Rights do?
Prohibited a standing army, the right to a fair trial, and freedom from excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
What are the 3 different types of Colonies?
Royal, Proprietary, and Charter colonies
What are the 3 basic concepts of government?
Ordered, Limited, Representative
Who did the group of barons force to sign the Magna Carta?
King John, they were seeking protection against heavy-handed and arbitrary acts by the king
Which one of the colonies was the first colony to exist?
Royal Colonies
What are the rights called that the colonist believed the government could not take away?
Unalienable Rights
What was created after William and Mary Orange came into power?
The Glorious Revolution, to prevent abuse of power by William and Mary and all future monarchs.
Who was in charge in the Charter colonies?
The colonies were self governed and had more freedom than the other colonies