Who was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
freedom of speech, religion, and petition
1st
has the power to veto laws
Executive Branch
The colony founded by William Penn did which of the following?
established an elected assembly
just a
chill guy
Who was chosen by the Second Continental Congress to lead the Continental army?
George Washington
prevents the military from forcing citizens to house soldiers
3rd Amendment
has the power to override a veto
Legislative Branch
What is one reason the Europeans began importing slaves from Africa to work on their new lands?
Most of the Native Americans died from European diseases.
chicken
nuggies
Who was the second president.
John Adams
protects from unreasonable searches and seizures
4th Amendment
has the power to strike down laws that violate the Constitution
Judicial Branch
Philosophers such as John Locke and other Enlightenment thinkers influenced colonial politics by spreading the idea that __________ could improve society.
Reason
my favorite food
ramen
Why did Thomas Jefferson purchase the Louisiana Territory?
Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory because he wanted the US to still be able to use the Port of New Orleans.
provides the right to a trial by jury in civil cases
7th Amendment
settles disputes between states
Judicial Branch
Why was the Battle of Saratoga so important
It convinced France and Spain to join the war and supply the Americans.
What is alyssa's middle name
isabella
What was the Whiskey rebellion? How did it end?
The Whiskey rebellion was a rebellion on a tax on Whiskey. It ended when George Washington led 13,000 troops against the rebelling forces and told them to lay down their weapons and go home.
protects people from having to testify at their own criminal trial
5th Amendment
ensures that laws are carried out
Executive Branch
How does a naturalized citizen differ from a native-born citizen?
A naturalized citizen can lose citizenship while a native-born citizen cannot.
my favorite character.
Bayonetta