Mexico
What did cattle ranchers do to their cattle?
Branded their cattle
Why did the stamp act congress not declare for independence?
They were not ready
What is the “Preamble” of the constitution?
The Intro
What is the First Amendment?
Freedom of speech
What three laws did america take from mexico?
Mining, Water and community property
How did Mexicanos contribute to cattle ranching?
By introducing advanced horesmanship skill, specialized roping techniques.. etc.
What did the British do when they realized all of their armory was stolen after the battle of Lexington and concord?
Set the building on fire
How many Amendments are in the constitution?
27
Which Branch of Government “Enforces the law”?
Executive
What does american ranches and cowboys go off of?
Mexicano principles of ranching
What cowboy traditions did the US take from mexicano cowboys?
All cowboy traditions
What was the group called that met in Philadelphia for 18 days?
Stamp Act Congress
Which Branch of Government “Judges the law”?
Judicial
How many Houses are in the Legislative Branch?
2
The americans in the southwest adopted what from mexico?
Mexican architecture
What is Mexican food?
Combination of Spanish and Indian food.
Why did the Stamp act congress meet in Philadelphia?
Denounce taxation without representation
What are the “First 10” amendments called?
Bill of Rights
Which States have the largest number of Representatives?
Bigger / Most populated states
what was mexicos most important industry
sheep raising
explain the irrigaton system
Using dams to redirect water to crops
What was the event called when George Washington led his men to New York for weapons. Then walked back to Boston to surround all of its high points?
Siege of Boston
Which Branch of Government “Makes the law”?
Lesgislative
How many senators are there across the United States?
100
What lingo did americans take from mexico?
stampede, buckaroo and lasso