Geography
Why are rivers good for trade?
Because you can travel up and down them in a boat.
What problems did Europe have during the 1300s?
Plague, famine, political unrest.
What was the Columbian Exchange?
The transfer of items between the Americas and the rest of the world.
What is a Constitution?
A set of rules that explain how the government should work.
What is the Preamble for?
To introduce the purpose of the Constitution.
Why do political borders often follow rivers?
Because rivers are difficult to cross.
What changed about power in Europe during the 1400s?
Power became more centralised. Governments were stronger and richer.
Which continent/s make up the New World?
The Americas.
What was the Stamp Act?
A British law saying that Americans had to pay tax on every document they printed.
What are the three branches of government?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Name one US river
Colorado, Columbia, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Rio Grande
Why did kings and queens fund exploration trips during the 1400s?
To find new trade routes with Asia, or to find new lands to make money.
Which continent/s make up the Old World?
Africa, Asia, and Europe.
What was the Quartering Act?
A British law saying that Americans had to house and pay rent for any British soldiers in their area.
What does the verb 'to legislate' mean?
To make rules.
Did Europeans first settle on the east or west side of America?
East
Art, science, etc.
Did tobacco come from the Old World or the New World?
The New World.
How is the Constitution structured?
Preamble
7 Articles
27 Amendments
What does 'domestic tranquility' mean?
Safety and peacefulness within the country.
What did Native Americans use buffalo for?
Food, clothing and housing materials.
Did measles come from the Old World or the New World?
The Old World.
Why are Americans wary of strong government?
Because of their history of oppression by a strong government.
The Executive Branch.