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Why were colonists angry about British taxes in the 1760s?
They were being taxed without representation.
What was the Napoleonic Code?
A set of laws that protected basic freedoms and guaranteed equality before the law.
Who does the Bill of Rights protect?
They protect individual liberties and limit government power.
What was the main purpose of the Constitutional Convention?
The main purpose of the Constitutional Convention was to draft a new constitution to replace the Articles of Confederation and create a strong central government.
The action of refusing to buy certain goods to show disapproval or to try change a policy.
What did the French use the guillotine for?
To execute people.
What was the Boston Tea Party?
The Boston Tea Party was a protest against the tax on imported tea.
What economic problems did France face in the 1780s?
France suffered from high unemployment, high taxes, and food shortages.
What do the first ten amendments make up?
The Bill of Rights
How did colonists initially respond to British policies?
By seeking peaceful protests and petitions
How many amendments are there?
27
Which countries did France invade under Napoleon's leadership between 1802 and 1812?
France invaded Spain, Austria, and Germany.
Why did Parliament send troops to Boston?
To maintain order amid rising tensions.
What is a constitution?
A document that sets up the basic structure of a government.
What title did Napoleon hold when he became the leader of France in 1799?
He became the "first consul" of France.
What was the outcome of the conflict at Yorktown in 1781?
The British surrendered.
Why did people support Napoleon Bonaparte when he rose to power?
People hoped Napoleon would bring peace and order to France amidst the chaos.
What major event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
The battles of Lexington and Concord.
What are the three branches of the U.S. government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
How was French society divided?
French society was divided into three estates: the clergy (First Estate), the nobles (Second Estate), and the common people (Third Estate).