Exame Study Guide Flashcards
Why was the Battle of Lexington important?
It was the first battle of the Revolutionary War
What were some of the key resolutions in the Declaration of Rights?
Ensure the Colonists “right, life, and property”
Why was the Battle of Yorktown important?
It was the last battle of the American Revolution
What happened to make the colonists draft the Declaration of Independence?
Inspired by Thomas Paines’ Common Sense
The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the war because….
The Patriots gained support of France and Spain
What factors existed to show there was an economic depression in the US after the Revolutionary War?
Trade activity was minimal and inflation and unemployment were on the rise
Why didn’t Woman, Native Americans, and African Americans take part in the Constitutional Convention?
They didn’t have the rights of citizens
How did the Federalist papers try and reassure the American people about the new federal government?
Not to overpower the States
What was the Land Ordinance of 1785 and why was it passed?
Congress wanted to sell lots to the public to pay the Nations debt
First Amendment=
Freedom of religion, speech, the press, and assembly
Why is the federal government divided into 3 branches?
Keep any one Branch from growing too powerful
What were the framers two main goals for the Constitution?
Protect citizens rights and defend the country
Why do men over the age of 18 have to register with selective services?
The federal government can contact them in case of a draft
What is an example of how the President can check the power of the Legislative branch?
Vetoing a law
Why did Americans want George Washington to be president?
He was seen as an honest leader
