Exploration & Colonization
Reason for French exploration
Fur trade
Author of the Declaration of Independence who defined rights to defeat tyranny
Thomas Jefferson
Settled the debate between large and small states during the Constitutional Convention
Great Compromise
Who am I? First to appoint cabinet members, first to serve two terms, recommended title "Mr. President"
The people (such as reporters and photographers) who work for newspapers, magazines, etc. This is protected by the First Amendment and allows different points of view to be shared with the public.
Press
Southern colony founded in 1607 to make a profit. Most known for tobacco farming.
Virginia
This created a tax on all printed goods in the 13 Colonies
All states had to approve amendments and states coined their own money. These were weaknesses of the _________
Articles of Confederation
What was George Washington's belief about foreign policy?
Stay neutral to avoid being drawn into European wars
This word means to prevent a bill from becoming a law
Veto
Reasons for Spanish exploration
Gold, Glory, God (spread of Catholic religion)
The Proclamation of 1763 banned colonists from settling west of the __________
Appalachian Mountains
This branch writes laws and declares war
Legislative Branch
Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army
This principle of the U.S. Constitution means that power is shared between the national and state governments. It protects the people by preventing abuses of power.
Federalism
A belief in the rights of life, liberty, and property led to ________ in the 13 Colonies
Representative Government
Turning point battle of the American Revolution when France joined the colonies in fighting
Saratoga
This branch enforces laws and commands the armed forces
Executive Branch
George Washington's Vice President
John Adams
This plan created an orderly way to add new states to the United States.
Northwest Ordinance
Religious movement in the 13 Colonies that focused on the experiences of individuals and the spread of democratic feelings
First Great Awakening
George Washington and his troops camped here during the winter of 1777-1778 and faced harsh conditions
Valley Forge
This branch interprets laws and declares laws unconstitutional
Judicial Branch
George Washington warned to stay neutral and avoid political parties in his ________
Farewell Address
This word means a form of government where a single ruler has absolute power and uses it in an unfair and cruel way.
Tyranny