Characteristics
What are the characteristics of democracy?
Majority Rule
Equality
Liberty
Individual worth
Jesus lived over 2000 years ago. What government ruled during his time.
The Roman Empire
John Locke believed that society was held together by what?
"Natural Law"
Who were the authors of the "Federalist Papers?"
John Jay, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton
Who is the ultimate authority in a Democracy?
The people
Why do the leaders of a democracy have to follow the same rules as everyone else?
Because all people are accountable to fair laws and equal protection before the law without discrimination.
Who was the governor of Judea who questioned Jesus?
Pontius Pilate
What is meant by the term "pluralism?"
Multiple religious groups with different ideas live together in the same culture.
Why was the Annapolis Convention a failure?
Only five states sent representatives
Where was Thomas Jefferson during the Constitutional Convention
In France
In a democracy what freedoms are protected?
Personal and political
Although the government did not find any substantial charges against Jesus, why would they send him to be crucified?
They feared an uprising of the people and consequences from Rome.
Which religious groups have a right to influence government or have a role in government?
All groups. Every citizen of the country has a right regardless of their religion.
When was our first president inaugurated?
March 4, 1789
What does "separation of powers" prevent in a democracy?
Checks and balances so that no one branch becomes too powerful
Compromise is a part of the political process. But what would prevent a compromise from being right?
It would violate "moral absolutes"
Constantine believed that Jesus had given him victory in battle and issued a decree that would allow religious freedom in the Empire. What was this decree called?
The Edit of Milan
What is one thing a person could do to have an impact on the government?
Vote
Write representatives
Become involved in elections
Run for office
Even though New Hampshire was the 9th state to ratify the Constitution, why was there a concern that larger states like Virginia and New York had not ratified?
It would create division in the new government.
Who is considered the "Father of the Constitution?"
James Madison
One key element of a democracy is the education of the populace, especially in the area of what?
In 1096 the first Crusade was launched by the Pope. What was the purpose of this campaign?
To retake the Holy Land, (Jerusalem), from the Muslims
Thomas Jefferson wrote a letter explaining that the government should not control religion, and religion should not have control over the government. What phrase did he use to describe this?
A "Wall of Separation"
How was the inauguaration an "ending?"
It was the end of the struggle for freedom from England.
Our Constitution is the "law of the land." Where does this phrase come from?
The Magna Carta