Pre Revolution
Why did many American colonists object to paying new taxes imposed following the French and Indian War?
They were unable to vote for representatives who passed these taxes.
freedom of speech, religion, and petition
1st Amendment
proposes and passes laws
Legislative Branch
Who was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Who was chosen by the Second Continental Congress to lead the Continental army?
George Washington
How was the economy of the middle colonies similar to the economy of the New England colonies?
Trade was vital in both areas as merchants traded goods overseas.
prevents the military from forcing citizens to house soldiers
3rd Amendment
has the power to veto laws
Executive Branch
While the original purpose of the Constitutional Convention was to improve the Articles of Confederation, the final outcome was that the delegates __________.
Created a new Constitution
Why was the Battle of Saratoga so important?
It convinced France and Spain to join the war and supply the Americans.
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.
Which amendment allows the government to decide basic rights of citizens that are not addressed in the Constitution?
Ninth Amendment
has the power to override a veto
Legislative Branch
Which of the following points were made in the Declaration of Independence?
King George III passed unfair laws.
King George III broke the social contract with his American subjects.
All people have unalienable rights including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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.
The colony founded by William Penn did what?
establish an elected assembly.
provides the right to bail
8th Amendment
has the power to strike down laws that violate the Constitution
Judicial Branch
In order to be officially ratified, an amendment to the Constitution must have the approval of which of the following?
three-fourths of the states
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.
Philosophers such as John Locke and other Enlightenment thinkers influenced colonial politics by spreading the idea that __________ could improve society.
Reason.
protects from unreasonable searches and seizures
4th 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.
What are the Alien and Sedition Acts? How did the American people feel about them?
The Alien and Sedition Acts were acts passed by Congress that limited your right to freedom of press and Freedom of speech. The American people were very upset about this because they restricted their first amendment rights.