Patriots and Loyalists
What did the Patriots want the colonies to do?
Break away from British rule and become independent
What does “rule of law” mean?
Everyone must follow the law, even leaders
When was Florida’s first constitution written?
1838
What was the first written agreement for self-government in the colonies?
Mayflower Compact
What are “unalienable rights”?
Rights that no one can take away, like life and liberty
What did the Loyalists believe about the king?
The king had the right to rule and should be obeyed
How does the rule of law protect people?
It makes sure no one gets too much power
What big event happened before Florida wrote a new constitution in 1868?
The Civil War
What did Common Sense tell colonists to do?
Fight for independence from Britain
What did the Declaration of Independence say about governments?
Governments get their power from the people.
What does the word “tyranny” mean?
Unfair and cruel rule by a government or leader
What happens if government leaders break the law?
They can be punished like anyone else
What right was added in the 1868 Florida Constitution?
Voting rights for African American men
What document says we all have rights like life and liberty?
The Declaration of Independence
Why did the colonists say Britain was unfair?
They were taxed without having a say.
Why did the Patriots say they needed independence?
They wanted to protect their rights like liberty and justice
How does the rule of law help keep things fair?
It makes sure laws are used the same way for everyone
How was the 1868 Constitution different from the 1838 one?
It followed new U.S. laws about equal rights
What did the Gettysburg Address say about our country?
It should be free and fair for all people
Why were some colonists afraid to leave Britain?
They were afraid of war and losing protection.
What is one way colonists governed themselves before the Revolution?
They had elected assemblies or town meetings
Why is rule of law important in the U.S. government?
A: What is it keeps leaders from abusing their power and helps protect our rights
It keeps leaders from abusing their power and helps protect our rights
Why did Florida need a new constitution in 1868?
To rejoin the U.S. and follow the new rules after the Civil Wa
What did the women at Seneca Falls want?
Equal rights and the right to vote
How did Enlightenment thinkers influence the colonies?
They said people had natural rights and could resist unfair rulers?