fall final Flashcards

(59 cards)

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most early settlers migrating to the americas came from

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england

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2
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limited government

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the concept that government’s power is not absolute

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3
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Thomas hobbes theorized that

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people need government to maintain order

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how did john locke feel about rebellion

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rebellion is justified when the government fails to protect its citizens

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5
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structure of early colonial governments

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appointed governor
court system
elected legislature

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6
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the French and indian war caused what

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increased taxation on the colonies

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7
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embargo

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agreement prohibiting trade

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8
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declaration of independence was drafted by

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Thomas jefferson

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9
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the first signer of the declaration of independence

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john hancock

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10
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under the articles of confederation the national government could be described as

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weak

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11
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wars are …

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expensive

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2 events that changed the relationship between the colonies and britain

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French and indian war

crowning of king George III

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13
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john locke’s three natural rights

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life
liberty
property

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preamble of the declaration of independence

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we hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

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in suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved

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7

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no person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces…nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb, nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself

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5

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congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press

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1

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no soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law

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3

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excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted

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8

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a well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed

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2

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the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated

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the powers not delegated to the US by the constitution nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people

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10

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in all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed

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24
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the enumeration in the constitution of certain rights shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people

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as the Christian sees things, God is a God of
order
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implications of genesis 1
humans are granted authority the creation is good God is the creator of order
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according to genesis 2 what is the basic unit of society
family
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sin alienates us from
creation each other God
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as the Christian sees things, what kind of world do humans live in
fallen
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who did the Greek city states fight at the battle of marathon
persia
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which greek city state was at the head of the Delian league
Athens
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2 political philosophers who wrote about the social contract
john locke | jean Jacques rousseau
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in the Athenian government, who approved legislative decisions
the general assembly of people
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what is a state
a political community within a definite territory with an organized government
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sovereignty
having supreme authority to rule oneself independent of others
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ad hominem attack
attack the person's identity instead of their argument, as if their identity would invalidate their argument
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what drastic measure did the roman senate take during times of crisis
set up a dictator
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how much does the current president earn each year
$400,000
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positions within the executive branch
president | vice president
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inherent powers
powers not described in the constitution claimed by presidents
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the founders set up ...
a system of checks and balances to ensure no branch of government became so powerful it could undermine the authority of another
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national security
protection of a nation's collective lands and people from foreign threats
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which amendment does the patriot act threaten to violate
4
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reasons for the vice president to constitutionally assume the office of president
disability resignation impeachment
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ways the president represents the nation as head of state
throws first pitch of baseball season | addresses nation after disaster
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cabinet members
secretary of state | secretary of treasury
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presidents who have been impeached
bill Clinton | Andrew johnson
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role of the president's cabinet
closest advisers
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government regulations
rules that restrict businesses to protect workers and customers
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how can government regulations hurt businesses and consumers
drive up prices and monopolies develop
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which president altered the role of the executive office to include increased powers in economic planning and what was his plan
FDR - the new deal
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duties of roman consul
lead armies serve as judge perform religious duties
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social contract theory
people surrender their freedom to the state in return they receive order and security consent
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what could the government do under the articles of confederation
only request taxes | no standing army
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Virginia plan
strong national government strong national government based on state population legislature appoints the executive and national judicial benefits populous states
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new jersey plan
wanted to keep features of the articles each state gets 1 vote in the legislature all states equally powerful one house
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connecticut
``` great 2 houses house of rep based on pop senate each state gets 2 congress could impose taxes ```
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who can impeach
house and senate
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four powers vested in the pres by the constitution
execute laws veto legislation command the military engage with foreign leaders