Philosophers
Who were the four Philosphers
Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu, and Rousseau
What are the first 10 amendments called?
What is the purpose of the DOI
The primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to officially declare the separation of the thirteen American colonies from the British Empire
What is direct democracy?
a form of government in which policies and laws are decided by a majority of all those eligible rather than by a body of elected representatives.
what was the sugar act
There was a tax on sugar, molasses, and other goods imported into the American colonies.
True or false:
Locke argued that natural rights such as life, liberty, and property, didn't exist in the state of nature and could be taken away if needed.
False
How many amendments are their
27
What is the purpose of the first part of the DOI
The purpose for the first section is to state the reason for the document
What is Limited monarchy?
a system of government where the monarch's power is restricted by a constitution or other laws
What was the Boston tea party?
a political protest where colonists disguised as Native Americans dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor.
what is Hobbes view on the state of nature?
individuals are driven by self-preservation and have a natural right to everything.
What is the 5th amendment
guarantees several rights related to criminal justice, including protection against self-incrimination, the right to a grand jury indictment for serious crimes, protection against double jeopardy, and due process of law.
What is the purpose of the 5th section of the DOI
To officially declare the 13 colonies as free and independent states and sever all political ties with Great Britain.
what is absolute monarchy?
a system of government where a single monarch (king or queen) holds ultimate and unrestricted power, not limited by laws, constitutions, or other governing bodies
What was the stamp act
a law that required colonists to pay a tax on various printed materials, including newspapers, legal documents, playing cards, and almanacs?
How did Rousseau view state of nature
Peaceful, happy, and free
what is the 15th amendment
Senators are now directly elected by the people of each state
Which part was the longest and why?
The third part was the longest because it was the list of grievances against King George III and the British Parliament.
What is representative democracy?
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A form of democracy where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
What was the quartering act?
a British parliamentary act that required colonial authorities to provide housing and supplies (food, drink, fuel, transportation) for British troops stationed in American towns and villages.
What is the main purpose of government according to Montesquieu
The main purpose of a government is to maintain law and order, political liberty, and the property of an individual.
What is the 17th amendment
Senators are now directly elected by the people of each state
What is the purpose of part 4 of the DOI
To state the colonists made efforts to voice their concerns about fair treatment but Greta Britain would not listen.
What is a republic government?
a form of government where the power ultimately resides in the people, and they exercise that power through elected representatives.
closed the Port of Boston to all commerce.