The enlightenment
What is separation of powers?
governments would best serve people if power is divided, no groups or individual gains too much power!
When was the magna carta signed and what was the magna carta?
The magna carta was made in 1215 and it limited the powers of the king if england.
Who wanted a strong central government?
Federalists!
What were the natural rights expressed in Natural Law?
Life, Liberty, and pursuit of Happiness.
What is assent?
to express approval or agreement
What is the enlightenment?
It was philosophical period of time in Europe that focused on what people could do to be happy and have a better life.
Was the English Bill of rights a self-government?
Nope!
Who wanted Bill of rights?
Anti-Federalits!
What was one of our taxing problems?
"no taxation without representation"
What are we born with?
Our basic rights, Life, Liberty, or property.
What is natural law?
It is Life, Liberty, and property
What is a limited monarchy?
A limited monarchy shares power with the constitution.
Who supported removing some power from the states?
Federalists!
How did England respond when the colonists complained about these policies?
The British ignored the colonial complaints.
What is the Libertarian party?
Believes in individual freedom, That our government is there to protect our freedom.
How did Montesquieu ideas and Locke's theories influence the founding fathers?
It helped them create the Declaration of independence.
What's popular Sovereignty ?
Government is made by the people.
Who wanted states to gain more power?
Anti- Federalists!
What was the problem with representation?
There was no representation in parliament.
What's the purpose of our constitution?
It provides a framework for the government, It limits government authority, and finally protects the rights of the people.
The declaration of independence!
What were Cato's letters?
They were anonymous written to convince people
Did federalists or anti-federalists want a efficient government?
Both did!
What was one of the biggest problems in our individual rights?
*Housing British soldiers by force
*Colonists had limited rights
*No trial by jury, limited power of judges!
What is the difference between Direct Democracy and a representative democracy?
Direct Democracy - The people vote on everything
Representative Democracy - People vote for representatives who make policy decisions