Media Literacy
What is the 1st Amendment?
The freedom of speech, press, religion
What is the first permanent English settlement that was founded in 1607?
Jamestown
What is Salutary Neglect?
When parliament had a hands off approach to governing
What is the document signed in 1215 by William and Mary of England and the first document that limited power of the ruler?
Magna Carta
Why does Media play an important role in society?
give people news about the world
What is the main reason people came to Jamestown?
To find gold and make money
What is Mercantilism?
The idea that nations should use their colonies to gain wealth
Who were the Sons of Liberty and what did they do?
Group of angry colonist who used violent acts of intimidations to protest British taxes
What are three types of Media that exist in our world today?
Newspapers, Broadcast Media and Social Media
What is the main reason people founded Plymouth?
To seek religious freedom
What is the Sugar Act?
Tax on Sugar to help prevent smuggling
What was the French and Indian War?
The war between the British and French over the Ohio River Valley
Is listening to multiple news sources a good idea?
Yes, because its important to get new perspectives
What agreement for self rule did the settlers in Plymouth sign before getting off their ship?
Mayflower compact
What is John Locke's Philosophy?
People are born with natural rights and people form governments for protection
How did the French and Indian War lead to the American Revolution?
Answers may vary
What is an editorial?
News article written based on opinion and can be good if supported by facts
What is meant by the phrase "city on a hill"?
Massachusetts is an example if religious freedom for the world
What was the Stamp act and what did it cause?
Tax on paper goods and forced colonist to boycott goods
What important idea did the founders of the colonies get from the Roman Republic?
Separation of Power