Enlightenment thinkers.
Niccolo Machiavelli is known for what?
Niccolo Machiavelli is known for being a Renaissance writer, wrote the book the prince and praised republicans as the best form of government. He was also the founder of political science.
Articles of Confederation is what
united the states of the country
Monarchy
A specific person who has full authority; King or Queen.
First permanent settlement located in America
James Town Virginia
what is the legislative branch known for.
The legislative branch is meant to make laws,control taxing and spending policies.
John Locke believed that all people were born?
With natural rights.
Anti-Federalist are?
Opponents of the constitution and they support a weak national government.
Direct Democracy
The citizens participate in making government votes.
The Virginia company allow the colony to?
Make their own laws.
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The president is the head of the Executive Branch and acts as the commander in chief of the armed forces.
What did Baron de Montesquieu develop?
He developed the idea that no branch should become too powerful.
Federalist are?
The supporters of the constitution; they supported a strong federal or national government.
Anarchy
No form of government or authority.
Where did English settlers mainly come from?
Scotland, Ireland, and Wales
Can the Legislative branch override a veto?
Yes, this branch can override the veto with enough votes.
Voltaire believed that?
People should have freedom of religion and trade.
How many senators per states.
There are two senators per states.
Oligarchy
A small group of people having control over a country or organization
Colonists were loyal to?
Colonist are loyal to England. This is where they bring traditions, beliefs, and changes that had shaped England's government.
Which Branch is known for making sure that laws are fairly enforced.
The Judicial Branch.
Thomas Hobbes believed that?
A social contract existed between the people and the government.
How many votes does it take to win an election?
It takes 270 votes to win an election.
Theocracy
A system of government that is ran by a priest.
Tea act of 1773
In protest, colonist boarded British ships in Boston Harbor and dumped 342 chest of tea into the water.
What is the main goal of the Judicial Branch?
The main legal goal is to treat every person the same. Anyone accused of a crime has the right to a public trial and a Lawyer.