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Equality
The state of having the same privileges, rights status and opportunity as others
Rights
a power or privilege granted by an agreement among the people of law
Liberty
freedom
Opportunity
the chance for advancement or progress
Democracy
a system of government in which the power to rule comes from the consent of the government
Ideals Changed throughout history
(Equality)
slavery was abolished in 1865 and 1920 constitutional amendments guaranteed women the right to vote
Ideals Changed throughout history
(Rights)
The writing of the U.S constitution and the Bill of Rights (Gives people to vote, speak freely and choose ones faith)
Ideals Changed throughout history
(Liberty)
Most would say it was freedom but we are not completely free, we for example are not allowed to break the law or recklessly endanger others.
Ideals Changed throughout history
(Opportunity)
Ideal of opportunity still draws newcomers to our shores. For most, it’s the economic opportunities that are a big deal. For other, it means a chance to reunite families, get an education or live in peace
Ideals Changed throughout history
(Democracy)
Women have voting rights and everyone can vote if U.S citezn, over 18 and register
EQ)How did geography influence the development of the United States?
Geography influenced the development of the U.S because the population grew, more job opportunities, people had to rely on natural resources, the lands geography was a blessing and a curse
Explain the growth of cities
The growth of population was great because of more opportunity, industry, advances in transportation
Explain regional differences
political differences, own interests, the loyalties
Explain regional similarities
physical features, climate, culture, economy
Explain the significance of globalization
The process by which cultures, economies, and politics of nations around the world
Why and how the US expanded
Bought, negotiated and won in wars
EQ: How did the misconceptions between the Natives and Explorers lead to conflict?
They lead to conflict because they had to compete with Spain, The Spanish had to extend their land, the French had beaver and fur north West passage, and the dutch had to compete with the French
What are the reasons the different countries explored
Riches, new land, more opportunity
Where did the different countries explore (Spanish)
Florida, Peru, Mexico, Caribbean, Great Plains, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California
Where did the different countries explore (English)
Roanoke, Virginia (Jamestown), Newfoundland
Where did the different countries explore
(French)
Quebec, Mississippi River, St. Lawrence River, Louisiana
Where did the different countries explore
(Dutch)
Hudson River, Albany, Manhattan
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced- Mayflower Compact
First written framework for self-government in the U.S made by mayflower passengers (democracy)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
Act of Religious Toleration
Prohibited discrimination amongst Christian sections (Rights)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced- House of Burgesses
1st form of representative government but only wealthy white land owners were allowed to vote (democracy)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
Magna Carta
The agreement between king john and his barrens listing rights granted by the king to all the free men of the kingdom (Rights)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
English Bill of Rights
Further limiting the power of the king (rights)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
Albany Plan of Union
Proposed the confederation of the colonies for your own defense (Liberty)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
Zenger trail
Established the right to freedom of press in the colonies (Rights)
Define terms and explain which ideal it influenced-
Great Awakening
A period of religious revival (Liberty)
EQ: Were the American colonists justified in rebelling against British rule?
Yes because the British were unruly and imposed new regulations and taxes ex; the stamp act, Townshend act, tyranny, and the intolerable acts
How were Americans able to win despite all odds
Because they had the French help, fighting on their own homeland, 3000 miles from home for British, Fighting for a cause, Americans only had to hold off the British, Taught new fighting skill the British could adapt to
The British Gov-
Though they had the right to control the American colonies
The loyalists-
Motivated by strong belief from god and the king
The moderates-
disagreed with the British policy’s, but the they were not openly rebellion
The Patriots-
Believed they needed to be free from British rule
Stamp Act-
Purpose was to increase revenue. Required colonist to but a stamp for every piece of paper used. Stamp act affected a wide range of people throughout the colonies.
boycott-
Colonist began to stage protest against taxes. A refusal to buy certain goods.
committee of correspondence-
A group of letter writers organized by Samuel Adams to keep the spirit of protest alive. These letters would used to spread news about British protest and actions throughout the colonies
Boston Tea Party
Gave the British East Indian Company sole right to sell tea in the colonies. Colonist saw this as complete control of the tea trade, which hurt local merchants.
In response to the Tea Act, colonists dressed as Mohawk Indians broke open tea chests on 3 British ships and dumped it into the Boston Harbor.
Intolerable Acts-
In response to the Boston Tea Party, Britain padded the Intolerable Acts. These acts contained 4 parts: Boston Port Act (closed pert), Administration of Justice Act (closed courts), Quartering Act (Forced colonist to house soldiers), and Massachusetts Government Act (shut down government.)
Common Sense-
Thomas Paine published a 47 page pamphlet urging colonists to break free from Britain
Battle of Bunker Hill-
Fought near Boston, while the colonist lost, the British suffered many losses. This proved that the British were not invincible.
Battle of Saratoga
Fought in upstate New York and is considered the turning point to the war. Colonist ambushed British soldiers and shot generals Britain Suffered many losses. After this battle, the Americans received much needed help from the French.
Battle of Trenton and Princeton-
Americans First attacked the Herman mercenaries in Trenton, then Princeton. These two Victories gave the American hope and that the idea of liberty was not dead.
Battle of Yorktown-
Soon after the Declaration of Independence was signed, Britain attacked and seized New York. Americans suffered many casualties and Britani chased then back into New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Valley Forge-
Washington and his army made camp at Valley Forge because British troops occupied Philadelphia. 1/4th of Washington’s troops died from disease. Still Washington kept his ragtag bunch of troops together and counted to train.
Guerrilla warfare-
A act of warfare when you hide and attack and them blend into the cannery.
EQ: How did the Founding Fathers struggle with defining the proper role of government?
They didn’t want to have a strong government because at the time of the ratification of The articles of confederation the Unites States was still struggling to free itself from Britain. They did not want to change one monarchy for another.
what are the differences in the Constitution and the Articles of Confederation?
They both expressed in the Declaration of Independence: equality, Freedom, and democracy. ach state constitution separated the powers of government into executive legislative, and judicial branches. all began with a statement of rights None of the states outlaws slavery Not all states allowed everyone a say in government Slit the powers of government
Constitutional Convention-
If a more effective government had needed, how should it be structured? That was the question facing delegates called to a special convention in Philadelphia in 1787-took place in the room on the facing page, in a building now known as Independence Hall.
Northwest Ordinance-
In 1787, congress passed the Ordinance to specify how these western lands would be governed. This Ordinance declared that the region would divide into three to five territories.
Land Ordinance of 1785-
An ordinance is a law that sets local regulations
Interstate commerce-
There were troubles between the states, too as foreign trade declined, the economy relied more on interstate commerce trade between states.
tariffs-
States often treated each other like separate countries by imposing tariffs, or import taxes, on each other’s goods
economic depression-
The combination of high debt, weak currency, and falling trade caused the country to slide into an economic depression.
Shay’s Rebellion-
In the summer of 1786, armed and angry farmer occupied a courthouse to prevent the court from doing business. In the next weeks, these rebels took over their Massachusetts courts, hoping to prevent trial and imprisonment of debtors, this uprising known as shays’ Rebellion. In the Significance: Aftermath of Shays’ Rebellion, rich businesspeople and landowners were particularly worried about Congress’s weakness.
Virginia Plan-
The Virginia delegates wanted to establish a strong national government and proposed a plan. The Virginia Plan, written mainly by James Madison was clearly meant to replace the Articles. Significance: Balance the power and the federal government and created a stronger central government. Was not passed because smaller states did not have equal representation.
New Jersey Plan-
It was wanted to revise the articles rather than replace them. It still created three branches of government but have a weaker central government. Significance: Smaller states got equal representation but the government would remain weak, therefore this plan did not pass.
The Great Compromise-
It wanted to replace the articles create a strong government with 3 branches legislative will be split into 2 houses one was based on Population and the other equal representation. Significance: this plan was passed and it solved the problem with representation in government. It is the plan we have today.
The Three-Fifths Compromise-
Every 5 slaves were counted as 3 people toward representation and taxation. Significance: was it resolved the dispute how slaves should be counted.
Electoral College-
was a special body of electors that would cast the votes to elect the president and vice President. Significance: It settled the dispute of how the president would be elected.
bicameral legislature-
A Law making body make up of 2 houses. Significance: See great The Great Compromise
The Federalists Papers-
Were a series of articles in support of the constitution to gain support for ratification. Significance: needed in order to gain public support for strengthening the government and ratifying the constitution
ratification-
The approval of a plan of government or amendment. Significance: under the articles of confederation you needed all 13 states to agree for ratification. Under the constitution you only need 2/3 of the states to agree to approve an amendment.