Road to Revolution
This was the first out of many acts put into place by the British to tax the 13 Colonies
What is the Sugar Act?
This document is known as a formal agreement between two nations. Bonus (50): What was the name of the document that ended the American Revolution?
What is a treaty and the Treaty of Paris?
Although somewhat "united" this type of group was a system in which states or regions retained substantial power and the central government is limited.
What is a Confederation?
Under Washington's Presidency, Alexander Hamilton proposed THIS to help with the national debt
What is a National Bank?
This title was given to politicians who wanted to go to war with Britain after the "Chesapeake-Leopard Affair" (1807).
Who are "War Hawks"?
This group was given THIS title after they dumped THIS product into the Boston Harbor
What is the Boston Tea Party?
John Locke referenced THESE as being something that people possess by nature rather than given by a ruler.
What are Natural Rights?
This rebellion showcased weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation.
What is Shay's Rebellion?
The Constitution is interpreted in many different ways. What are two ways to view it?
What are the Loose and Strict Constructionisms?
Under Jefferson's Presidency, this act was put into place to block all exports to foreign countries
What is the Embargo Act?
When you choose to refuse to buy or use certain goods as a form of protest, you are doing what?
What is boycott?
This region was a place called "home" by continental soldiers who were have frozen and with most not possessing clothing to survive the winter.
What is valley forge?
This decision during the Constitutional Convention brought about a two house congress!
What is the Great Compromise / Connecticut Compromise?
These two groups became the two first political parties of the United States.
Who are the Federalists and Democratic Republicans?
This person, also known as "Shooting Star" worked with his brother to unite Native American nations to resist losing their lands?
Who is Tecumseh?
Colonial militia members that fought for independence and were known for their quick response to fight are called this...
Who are Minutemen?
This battle marked a turning point for the revolution and brought in support from the French
What is the Battle of Saratoga?
The Anti-Federalists did not want a strong central government but would sign the Constitution if THESE were included in it.
What are the Bill of Rights?
John Adams would pass this act which could be seen as the first immigration policy and censorship acts.
What are the Alien and Sedition Acts?
This militia leader would fight in both the Battle of Horseshoe Bend and the Battle of New Orleans. He would become infamous for his policy on Indian Removal.
Who is Andrew Jackson?
This famous phrase was said by colonists as a major grievance to the King of England in part by the unnecessary taxes on them.
What is taxation without representation?
This general surrendered at the Battle of Yorktown to George Washington's and the French's forces
Who is General Charles Cornwallis?
The Federalists wrote the self titled "Federalist Papers" showcasing why the Constitution should be Ratified. Name the 3 main authors! (Last names only are allowed)
Who is Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay?
Marbury v. Madison was a monumental case in terms of Constitutional Principles, which introduced THIS one still being utilized to this day.
What is judicial review?
This treaty would end the war of 1812. Bonus (50): Name where this treaty was signed.
What is the Treaty of Ghent and Ghent, Belgium?