The American Revolution Flashcards
1
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What is a revolution
A
a rapid and significant change in society, politics, technology or the economy
2
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What is the enlightenment
A
a movement of thinkers in eighteenth-century Europe who valued reason and science above faith or authoritv as a basis for society
3
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Who are the militias
A
part-time armies
4
Q
What is a constitution
A
set of fundamental rules for running a country that outlines the powers of government and the rights of citizens
5
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What is the federal public?
A
a system of government where power is divided between a central government and various regions or states
