People
What did John Lock believe in?
He believed a social contract existed between the government and the people.
What is a Constitution?
A set of basic principles and laws stating power
what was the declaration of independence about?
To clearly set forth the benefits on which Americans thought of the government.
what was the women's suffrage?
When new jersey allowed women to vote .This right was taken away by 1870
Why did the British impose harsh taxes on the colonists?
To pay for stuff after the war
what did King John sign/approve?
The Magna Carta.
name one part of Northwest territory?
Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Minnesota, and wisconsin
What was the Magna Carta?
A document English barons forced King John to sign in 1215, establishing that everyone, including the king, must follow the law
what was the enlightenment?
The supported movement towards self government, or bringing of awareness to it
What was the Indian and French war?
The French and natives going against the british
what did thomas jefferson believe in?
freedom in religion and how its practiced, no one should have to pay for a church.
What is Suffrage?
The right or ability to vote in politics
what was the English bill of rights?
A law that limited the king's power, gave Parliament more control, and protected citizens' rights, like free speech in Parliament, fair trials, and no cruel punishments
what happened under british rule?
When only free white men who owned land and paid taxes could vote these rights also took away african american rights to vote
if you said super duper taxes you're probably right too
Why were limited/individual governments created?
Individual governments were created to restrict the power of one specific person or government.
what was Baron De Montesquieu argument?
he believed that the only way to achieve liberty was through separation of governmental power
What is the Rule of Law?
Requires that every citizen obey the laws
How was the virginia statue of religion freedom established?
Through the efforts of Thomas Jefferson, who drafted it in 1777, and James Madison, who championed its passage in the Virginia General Assembly in 1786.
what was the colonial assemblies?
get-togethers held to influence and discuss the colonial government
Why was the second continental congress held?
Organized to create a national government and to discuss the constitution.
What did Daniel Shay lead?
He led the farmers revolution.
what is ratification?
Sending an article to a state legislator for approval.
what was the purpose of the Land of ordinance of 1785?
To generate revenue and fund public education, while establishing orderly settlement and providing land for veterans and schools.
How did the north west ordinance affect us?
It settled the future for the north west territory in governing, unity, and religious freedom
What was the oldest state constitution still in effect?
The Massachusetts constitution of 1780