English Monarchy
The belief that a ruler is all powerful, has complete control.
Absolutism
This document was written in 1215 and is known as "The Great Charter":
Magna Carta
European intellectual movement. Era of deep thinking. Many were trying to reach a "Free" state of mind
The Enlightenment
What sport does Coach Holloway Coach?
Baseball
What is a National Holiday that is celebrated in all countries:
New Year's
The idea that rulers obtain their power directly from God:
Divine Right of Kings
The document was written in 1689. Another attempt to limit the power of the King:
English Bill of Rights
Rights that a person is born with. For example: Life, Liberty, and Property.
Natural Rights
A rich tradition on the Hill. Filled with skits, floats, and Cougar Pride:
Homecoming
Who was the first basketball star to appear on a box of cereal (Wheaties)?
Michael Jordan
What was Louis XIV of France commonly known as?
The "Sun King"
According to the English Bill of Rights, who had the power to make, change, or remove laws?
Parliament
Which philosopher argued for the division of government into distinct branches?
Charles-Louis de Montesquieu
Who is the Principal at the DCHS lower campus?
Ms. Webster
What are the four Hogwarts houses?
Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin, and Hufflepuff.
This massive Palace showcased the power and the wealth of the English Monarchy:
Palace of Versailles
The English Bill of Rights was created after which event?
The Glorious Revolution
Idea that was introduced by Jean-Jacques Rosseau. Majority rules:
General Will
Before this building became our Lower Campus, it was an elementary school. What was the name of the elementary school?
Sullivan Central Elementary
What was the first full-length animated Disney film?
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
In the context of European Absolutism, what did Mercantilism primarily focus on?
Trading, business, economy, selling, etc.
The Magna Carta was created in response to which unfair King?
King John I
Which two philosophers are credited with heavily influencing the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, etc..:
Charles-Louis de Montesquieu & John Locke
What year did Dickson County High School open?
1972
Which artist made history as the youngest winner of the Grammys‘ four main categories in 2020?
Billie Eilish