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What did the British Parliament levy on Colonists without their consent?
Taxes
What is a “self-evident” truth?
Something that is obvious.
What advantages did Britain have during the War of Independence?
Large Army
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Who is considered to be the father of the constitution?
James Madison
What did the Proclamation Act of 1763 attempt to do?
Block colonists from expanding westward.
Prevent colonists from moving into lands gained during the French & Indian War.
What does “unalienable” mean?
Can not be given or taken away.
What were the advantages that the Americans had during the War of Independence?
Homecourt Advantage
George Washington
Fighting for an important cause
What was the first national government of the United States?
Articles of Confederation
What was the Stamp Act?
The act required the colonists to pay a tax, represented by a stamp, on various forms of papers, documents, and playing cards.
From where does a government derive its just powers?
Consent of the Governed
The People
What was the name of the Prussian military commander, that was recruited by Washington and Franklin, that helped the American military create drills, barracks, strategies, etc. That put them on par with the British military?
Baron Von Steuben
What did the Anti-Federalists request to be added to the constitution?
Bill of Rights
Who incited the violence at the Boston Massacre?
The Americans
Under which circumstances may someone overthrow their government?
When a government becomes destructive to these ends.
Preventing life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.
Why was the Battle of Saratoga so significant?
Helped secure the foreign support needed to win the war.
Who has the supreme power? The states or national government?
SUPREMACY CLAUSE – U.S. Constitution is supreme law of the land
National Government
According to Thomas Paine, how does the colonies’ connection to Great Britain negatively impact the colonists economically?
If Great Britain got involved in a conflict the colonies will be associated. Which will cause countries to not trade with them.
According to the Declaration, what actions involving the military has this person carried out against the colonists?
Raided the ports
Declared War
Quartering of soldiers (Keeping soldiers in colonies)
What treaty ended the American Revolution?
Treaty of Paris 1783
What was the 3/5 Compromise?
Slaves would count as 3/5 a person for the House of Representatives and for tax purposes