Bill of Rights
The government must follow fair rules before taking someone’s freedom, property, or life.
Due Process
How did Spain colonize the lands it conquered?
by setting up Catholic Missions
British economic policies are passed by Parliament without colonial permission
taxation without representation
"The powers not delegated to the United States… are reserved to the States respectively…"
Federalism
Jamestown, Virginia was founded to what reason?
Economic
What is it called when a person cannot be tried twice for the same crime?
double jeopardy
What was the primary reasons for France to colonize North American?
Establish fur trade with Native Americans
Continental Army endured a harsh winter.
Winter at Valley Forge
The government must follow the same laws as the citizens. No one is above the law.
Limited Government
Plymouth, Massachusetts was founded for what reason?
Religious freedom
What does it mean to "plead the Fifth"?
You don’t have to say anything that shows you’re guilty
Voyage between Africa and the Americas where many slaves lost their lives.
Middle Passage (Triangular Trade)
Start to the American Revolution War "Shot Heard Around the World?
Lexington and Concord
People rule; people hold final authority over government "We the People"
Popular Sovereignty
This colony had moderate climate, fertile soil, grow wheat and grains. Know as the "Breadbasket"
Middle Colonies
Protection from cruel and unusual punishment
8th Amendment
What were the reasons for Europeans Exploration?
God, Gold, Glory
Britain recognized the US as an independent country
Treaty of Paris
The branches of government each have different roles
Separation of Power
Which colony had fertile farmland, year long growing season, large plantations, grew cash crops?
Southern Colonies
Freedom of religion, assembly, petition, press, and speech, are protected in which amendment
1st amendment
Which continent did Europeans want to reach to establish ocean trade routes?
Asia
Marked the turning point of the American Revolution?
Battle of Saratoga
Each branch of government checks on each other to insure no branch becomes too powerful or abuses their power
Checks and Balances
Which colony had cold climate, rocky soil, dense forest, and natural harbors?
New England Colonies