Revolution
Document written by Thomas Jefferson in which the American colonists explain their reasons for separating from Britain
The Declaration of Independence
We hold these truths to be self evident, that all men are created....
equal
This was the first colony to be successful for the English.
Jamestown
This was the original and first constitution that was too weak and gave essentially no power to the central government.
Articles of Confederation
This law required colonists to house and feed British soldiers.
Quartering Act
This leader navigated the transition from colonies to states and a transition in government with unbiased justice toward compromise.
George Washington
What group did not agree that the Church of England was reformed enough and set sail to Massachusetts.
Puritans
Choosing to allow slavery into the Constitution was an example of __________________ between the North and Southern states
compromise
These acts shut down the Boston Harbor. Colonists also had to quarter British soldiers and Massachusetts was placed under martial law.
Intolerable Acts
Liberty, equality, and justice can be considered American ______________ .
Ideals
The pilgrims were detoured due to a storm to another location then they originally planned. What document did they create in order to establish a new charter?
Mayflower Compact
How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
10
This document was created toward the end of the Revolution in order to establish some form of government for the Colonies soon to be states.
The Articles of Confederation.
This philosopher established the ideology of natural rights which consisted of life, liberty, & property
John Locke
This state was the first successful colony and became the 10th vote for ratification of the Constitution.
Virginia
This faction was essential in fighting for a Bill of Rights.
Anti-federalists
This rebellion was formed due to the states being in debt, raising taxes on farmers, and not paying revolution soldiers their fair wage from the war.
Shay's Rebellion
In order to maintain liberty for all, there must be an established __________ that is not oppressive.
authority
Women came to the colonies usually in this role.
Indentured servant
The philosopher that developed the 3 branches of government know as separation of powers.
Montesquieu