A. Definition of Feudalism
|
|
- Godwin Todd
- 6 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 A. Definition of Feudalism 1. Feudalism: a loosely organized system of rule in which powerful local lords divided their landholdings among lesser lords who in turn pledged loyalty to the greater lord. 2. In other words Relationships between groups and people were based on a balance system, a sort of 'you do this for me, and I'll do this for you' approach.
2 B. Who was involved? 1. Nobles a. Gave: land b. Received: military service 2. Vassals/knights a. Gave: military service b. Received: land 3. Peasants a. Gave: labor of land b. Received: protection
3 C. What words best describe feudalism? 1. Interdependent 2. Obligation 3. Responsibility 4. Stability 5. Hierarchical
4 D. How did the king fit in? 1. Royal authority was restricted by nobles and the church. 2. Monarchs tried to keep their kingdoms united but held little power.
5 II. William the Conqueror = Increased Royal Power A A.D.- The Battle of Hastings 1. William, the duke of Normandy, [in France] invaded England and defeated the Anglo-Saxons 2. William becomes King of England
6 B. Why is this important? 1. This marks an end to feudalism. Nobles have to share more power with the king. 2. This marks the beginning to centralized government in England.
7 III. King Henry II: Justice System A. Developed a royal justice system instead of the unfair feudal justice system B. Sent out royal judges to enforce royal laws
8 C. English Common Law 1. What is it? a. A legal system based on custom and court rulings b. Based on precedent 2. Where did it apply? a. Common to all of England b. Standardized laws and punishments 3. How is it different than Roman law? a. It evolved over time based on patterns rather than being made by lawmakers at one time.
9 D. Judges and Juries 1. Local citizens become involved in trials a. Juries to decide which cases to try jury i. Ancestor of the grand b. Juries to decide guilt vs. innocence i. Ancestor of the trial jury
10 IV. Magna Carta A. Laid out the legal rights of the nobles, the church, and all English citizens B. The power of the king must be limited C. New taxes required approval of the Great Council of nobles and clergy D. Due process of law : Protection from arbitrary arrest, imprisonment, and other legal actions
11 E. Why is it important? 1. It became the basis for the idea that all citizens have certain rights. 2. Forced the monarch to obey the law a. Rule of law became a key part of democratic tradition
12 I. An Age of Reason A.The Enlightenment was an era that stressed logic and rational thought. 1. Natural law: rules discoverable by reason B. Old ideas about human behavior and activity were replaced by new ways of thinking.
13 II. What happened before the Enlightenment? A. THE SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION! 1. In the mid-1500s, scientists began to question accepted beliefs and make new theories based on experimentation 2. Start of the scientific method 3. Famous scientists: Copernicus, Galileo, Bacon, Descartes, Newton
14 B. How did the Scientific Revolution influence the Enlightenment? 1. Natural laws apply to science as well as social, political, and economic problems. 2. Goal: use the scientific method to study human behavior and solve society s problems
15 I. Thomas Hobbes A. Hobbes was an English philosopher. B. His work has influenced all of Western philosophy.
16 C. The State of Nature 1. Hobbes began by looking at human nature. 2. The state of nature is what Hobbes believes people would be like without governments.
17 D. Hobbes on Human Nature 1. Hobbes believed in two basic rules of human nature. a. People are rational and self interested b. All people are equal.
18 E. Rights in the State of Nature 1. Hobbes believed that without authority people would have perfect freedom. 2. This means that people would have a right to do absolutely anything.
19 F. The War of All Against All 1. Hobbes believed that the state of nature was the worst thing that could be. 2. He believed this because of the high probability of sudden and violent death.
20 G. The Social Contract 1. In order to get out of the state of nature, Hobbes said people would set aside their right to do anything. 2. Essentially, people trade in their right to kill for the right to not be killed.
21 H. Leviathan 1. Hobbes wrote a book explaining how the social contract would work. 2. It is regarded as the foundation of modern political philosophy.
22 I. The Sovereign 1. Hobbes believed that an all powerful absolute monarch was required in order to enforce the social contract. 2. As long as the sovereign is protecting your security, you owe him total obedience.
23 II. John Locke A. British philosopher, had a huge impact on the Enlightenment. B. Took Hobbes s ideas and modified them. C. Godfather of the American Revolution.
24 D. Locke s State of Nature 1. Locke took a more positive view of human nature than Hobbes did. 2. He believed that ordinary people were fully capable of governing themselves justly, despite sometimes being selfish.
25 E. Locke s Natural Rights 1. Locke believed people are born free and equal, and have rights just because they are human beings. a. Life b. Liberty c. Property
26 F. Locke s Social Contract 1. Locke believed that people would form a social contract in order to preserve these rights. 2. For Locke, the only reason governments should exist is to protect the rights of the people.
27 G. Right to Revolution 1. Locke was aware that over time even good governments could become corrupt. 2. If the government fails to protect our rights, we can rebel.
28 I. Setting A. Who is the king? 1. King James II B. What year does it occur? C. What has happened in England in the past 50 years? 1. Gradually increased power of Parliament
29 B. James II was a Roman Catholic, and Parliament was mostly Protestant. 1. James wife gives birth to a son, meaning they were in danger of having another Catholic king. II. Causes- what was wrong with King James II? A. James II believed in divine right. 1. He suspended laws at whim.
30 III. Effects- a Bloodless Revolution A. Parliament invites James daughter, Mary, and her husband, William of Orange, to rule instead of James II. B. James II flees to France when William and Mary arrive.
31 IV. The English Bill of Rights A. Before they can be crowned, William and Mary of Orange have to sign this important document from Parliament.
32 B. What s in it? 1. The superiority of Parliament over the monarchy a. Parliament must be summoned regularly b. Parliament has power of the purse c. Parliament can have debates without the king s approval (freedom of speech) d. The king needs Parliament s permission to raise taxes or increase the army 2. Rights of English citizens a. Trial by jury b. No excessive fines c. No cruel and unusual punishments d. Habeas corpus: you must be charged with a crime to be kept in prison
33 V. What type of government does England change to? A. Constitutional monarchy (or limited monarchy) 1. Definition: the powers of the ruler are limited by the constitution and the laws of the country 2. Parliament and the monarchy are partners in ruling
34 VI. Overall Effects of the Glorious Revolution & Bill of Rights A. English subjects were guaranteed 1. Rule of law 2. Parliamentary government 3. Individual liberties 4. A constitutional monarchy B. Completed a process that started with the Magna Carta
35 VII. What would Locke and Hobbes think? A. Who would Hobbes support? 1. King James II- we need an absolute ruler! B. Who would Locke support? 1. William and Mary- we must always rebel against a government that does not protect natural rights!
36 I. The French Enlightenment A. Hobbes and Locke both spent a great deal of time in France. B. Soon, France had its own crop of Enlightenment thinkers called philosophes.
37 C. Ideals of the Philosophes 1) Reason 2) Nature 3) Happiness 4) Progress 5) Liberty
38 D. Voltaire 1. Wrote books attacking religion, superstition, and the French nobles. 2. Exiled to England. 3. Advocate of free speech.
39 E. Rousseau 1. Tabula rasa (blank slate): believed man was naturally good, but corrupted by society. 2. Social contract- believed in direct democracy. 3. Defender of personal liberty.
40 F. Baron de Montesquieu 1. He believed that the government should be divided into three branches with checks and balances. 2. This separation of powers would prevent any one branch from getting too powerful.
41 II. A Woman s Voice-Wollstonecraft A. Many philosophes limited natural rights to men B. 1792: A Vindication of the Rights of Women C. She emphasized equal education of men and women
42 I. The Spread of Enlightenment Ideas A. Enlightenment ideas spread quickly all over Europe B. People began to question divine rule and a strict class system
43 C. How did ideas spread? 1. Salons: informal social gatherings a. Many in Paris 2. Literature a. Cleverly avoided censorship b. The novel takes shape c. Diderot s Encyclopedia
44 D. Impact on Art and Music 1. Move from the grand baroque style to the more simple rococo style a. Art: light, elegant, and charming b. Music: light, elegant style more available to the middle class i. Bach, Handel, Hayden, Mozart
45 II. Enlightened Despots A. Absolute rulers who embraced Enlightenment ideas B. Used their power to bring political and social change C. No intention of giving up power
46 C. Frederick the Great 1. King of Prussia 2. First servant of the state 3. Reduced torture, allowed free press, and religious tolerance 4. Supported Voltaire
47 D. Catherine the Great 1. Empress of Russia 2. Believed in ideals of liberty and equality 3. Abolished torture, established religious tolerance, and criticized serfdom
48 E. Joseph II 1. Son of Maria Theresa 2. Disguised himself as a peasant to learn about their lives 3. Religious tolerance, free press, support for the poor, abolishment of serfdom
49 I Parliament levies taxes on stamps to help pay for the French and Indian War
50 A. The Stamp 1. All printed material required to have a tax stamp. Act 2. The first time such a direct tax had been imposed on colonists. 3. In British law, only a citizen s representatives could raise taxes
51 II. Taxation without representation
52 A. Constitutional Argument Against 1. American colonists didn t have representatives in parliament 2. Only their local governments can fairly tax them 3. Ben Franklin, Sam Adams make No taxation without representation a common chant Taxation
53 III. Stamp collectors arrive but resistance is strong
54 A. Mob Violence 1. Stamp collectors were intimidated 2. Their houses were burned 3. Mobs burned and beheaded life-sized effigies of stamp collectors
55 IV. The British repeal the Stamp Act and Parliament passes customs duties
56 A. Townshend Acts 1. Created taxes on a wide variety of imports: lead, paper, paint, glass, and tea 2. Would raise money this way instead of direct tax
57 V. Colonists boycott British goods and break the law by smuggling foreign goods
58 A. Boycotts and Nonimportation 1. Americans responded by refusing to buy British goods. 2. Homespun cloth, and preference for American made goods 3. Got goods illegally from other nations
59 VI. 10,000 British troops arrive in America to help enforce tax laws and catch offenders
60 A. Military Coercion 1. Britain opened a commission on treason 2. Thousands of British regular troops were sent to occupy Boston.
61 VII. Men and boys throw sticks and snowballs at British soldiers
62 VIII. Boston Massacre
63 1. Confrontation in Boston between soldiers and mob. 2. Troops fire into crowd killing five. A. The Boston Massacre Event becomes the centerpiece of patriot agitation and propaganda.
64 IX. Angry Colonists join the Sons of Liberty
65 A. The Sons of Liberty 1. Secret organization of American patriots. 2. Organized resistance and mob violence 3. Women helped in the Daughters of Liberty by sewing homemade goods
66 X. Parliament gives the British East India Company a monopoly on tea that helps lower the price
67 A. Tea Act Britain grants East India company a monopoly on Tea. 2. Made British tea cheaper for Americans, despite Townshend tax 3. Perceived as an effort to break the boycotts and divide colonists.
68 XI. Colonists disguised as Indians throw 342 chests of tea in Boston Harbor
69 A. Boston Tea Party Governor of Massachusetts determined to land tea 2. Prepared to use troops to secure the unloading of tea. 3. Sons of Liberty sneak on board the ship and destroy a fortune in tea.
70 XII. Parliament removes Boston s self-government by passing the Intolerable Acts
71 A. Coercive/Intolerable Acts Port Bill: closed harbor until tea was paid for 2. Government Act: rescinded Mass. Charter, bans meetings 3. New Quartering Act 4. Justice Act : trials to be moved to England.
72 XIII. The colonists unite to aid the people of Massachusetts
73 A. First Continental Congress- 1. Meeting of 12 colonies demanded repeal of the Intolerable Acts 2. Open defiance of British authority 3. Broad (not total) popular support from a majority of Americans 1774
74 XIV. General Thomas Gage sends British troops to Lexington and Concord
75 B. The First Shots 1. General Gage was ordered to regain control of Massachusetts. 2. British soldiers tried to seize a store of weapons in Concord. 3. They were met by colonial forces at Lexington- the shot heard round the world
76 the hills around the city. XVI. General Gage sends his men to capture Bunker (Breed s) Hill.
77 A. Painful Victory 1.While British win the battle, they lose 1/3 of their forces 1.There is no ignoring it: the War for Independence is on
78 A Revolution, but not a war for Independence. Yet.. 1. Thomas Paine s Common Sense 2. Declaration of Independence 1. Proposed to separate from England completely 2. Thomas Jefferson student of the Enlightenment 3. July 4, 1776 approved final wording = fireworks Tis repugnant to reason, to the universal order Of things, to all examples from former ages, to suppose that this Continent can long remain subject to any external power.
79 War for Independence: review I. Fighting begins I. Lexington and Concord II. III. Thomas Paine, Common Sense(1776) Declaration of Independence
80 II. Fighting the War A. Now that the war had begun, and the decision for independence made. How will the 13 colonies fight this war? B. They must do their best against the most powerful army in the world. They must make it through their first year of fighting
81 II. Fighting the War 1776 video A. Take out a clean sheet of paper and title it Revolutionary War and Revolutionary Ideas. B. During our video you must write down SIX different instances of colonial ACTION (fighting, organizing, choosing leaders, diplomacy, etc). 1. You must write down each instance of colonial action and describe in detail how it helped the colonials defeat the British. C. During our video you must write down FOUR different instances of enlightenment ideals (writing, speaking, discussion, diplomacy, etc). 2. You must write down your example and what enlightenment ideal or thinker it connects to. Make sure you are detailed in your answer.
82 You will need your books WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY!
83 II. Fighting the War 1776 video A. Take out your Revolutionary war and revolutionary idea video notes sheet. B. During our video you must write down SIX different instances of colonial ACTION (fighting, organizing, choosing leaders, diplomacy, etc). 1. You must write down each instance of colonial action and describe in detail how it helped the colonials defeat the British. C. During our video you must write down FOUR different instances of enlightenment ideals (writing, speaking, discussion, diplomacy, etc). 2. You must write down your example and what enlightenment ideal or thinker it connects to. Make sure you are detailed in your answer.
84 Winning the War A. Colonists Split 1. Loyalists Loyal to King and Country % of colonial population 2. Patriots committed to the idea of colonial independence.
85 B. British Strategy / Colonial Strategy 1. Separate colonies a) Three pronged attack i. Isolate and control New England ii. iii. Occupy Philadelphia and separate north and south. Isolate the south and preventing aid reaching the north. b) Extremely successful
86 B. British Strategy / Colonial Strategy 1. Washington s army had suffered many defeats throughout the year. a) Continental army forced out of New York and chased through New Jersey into Pennsylvania. 2. The Continentals feared they had lost 3. Washington launched a sneak attack across the Delaware river to capture 1500 Hessian troops. 4. Huge boost to colonial morale.
87 C. Saratoga 1. General Burgoyne of England marched his force from Canada. 2. The plan was to rendezvous with English troops from NYC 3. Troops never arrive 4. The Continental army receives word and surrounds his army at Saratoga.
88 5. Burgoyne Surrenders a. Huge victory for Colonists i. Morale boost ii. Convinces France to support Colonies
89 D. Valley Forge 1. Continental Army forced to spend the winter in the Pennsylvania wilderness during the winter of Starvation, disease, malnutrition, and exposure killed roughly 2,500 soldiers.
90 E. Continental Army 1. Led by George Washington 2. While at Valley Forge a. Trained with military experts Marquis de LaFayette i. Fought alongside colonials and lobbied for more French support Baron Friedrich Wilhelm Von Steuben i. Essentially gave Washington an army that could fight and win. b. John Paul Jones i. Led a daring attack against England.. that really didn t do anything. c. Nathanial Greene i. Excellent at hit and run tactics against General Cornwallis ii. Began as a militia private, ended as a major general
91 F. Yorktown (1781) 1. Cornwallis stations his troops at Yorktown 2. French navy blockades Chesapeake bay 3. Continental army surrounds British army by land
92 g. END OF WAR 1. Cornwallis Surrender OCT 18, Treaty of Paris a. US officially independent b. Boundaries for land established 3. Egalitarianism a. Spirit of freedom and equality
93 paper out. Title it: constitution quiz you might want to study
94 The terms! George III Judicial Philosophe Thomas Jefferson Legislative Branch Federal republic George Washington John Locke The Bill of Rights Checks and Balances Impeachment Veto Salon Montesquieu Diderot Life, liberty property Executive Branch First Continental Congress Battle of Saratoga The Constitution of the US The Articles of Confederation Mary Wollstonecraft Joseph II Lexington/ Concord Natural laws Social contract popular sovereignty Habeas corpus Frederick the Great Catherine the Great Thomas Hobbes Natural rights Battle of Yorktown Bach,Handel,Moz art,haydn The Black Death
95 What is the U.S. Bill of Rights? A. The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution 1. Amendments: changes or additions 2. Required by many states in order to ratify Constitution B. Put the ideas of the Enlightenment philosophers into practice
96 First Amendment 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; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
97 I. First Amendment A. Freedom of 1. Religion 2. Speech 3. Press 4. Assembly 5. Petition
98 Second Amendment 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.
99 II. Second Amendment A. Right to bear arms
100 Third Amendment 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.
101 III. Third Amendment A. Prohibits quartering of troops in private homes 1. Reaction to Britain s Quartering Act
102 Fourth Amendment The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
103 IV. Fourth Amendment A. Protects from unreasonable searches and seizures
104 No person shall be held to answer for any 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, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation. Fifth Amendment
105 V. Fifth Amendment A. No punishment without the due process of law
106 Sixth Amendment 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 where in the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense.
107 VI. Sixth Amendment A. Right to a speedy and public trial in the state where the offense was committed
108 Seventh Amendment In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
109 VII. Seventh Amendment A. Right to jury trial for civil cases if over $20
110 Eighth Amendment Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
111 VIII. Eighth Amendment A. Prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment
112 Ninth Amendment The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
113 IX. Ninth Amendment A. Civil rights are not restricted to those specified by their ancestors
114 The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people. Tenth Amendment
115 X. Tenth Amendment A. Powers not granted to the national government belong to the state and to its people
Democratic Development in England
Democratic Development in England Feudalism, Growth of Royal Power, Limited Monarchy I. What is feudalism? A. Definition of Feudalism 1. Feudalism: a loosely organized system of rule in which powerful
More informationBelieved in a social contract, in which people give power to the government for an organized society Believed people were naturally greedy & cruel
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 The Enlightenment & Age Of Reason The Scientific Revolution Sparked The Enlightenment The Scientific Revolution, which began around the mid-1500s & continued throughout the 1700s, led to
More informationChapter 4. The American Revolution
Chapter 4 The American Revolution 1 Raising Taxes Sugar Act- The first tax passed specifically to raise money in the colonies, rather than regulate trade. To crack down on smugglers Help pay for French
More informationThe American Revolution
Main Idea The American Revolution Enlightenment ideas led to revolution, independence, and a new government for the United States. Content Statement 6/Learning Goal Describe how Enlightenment thinkers
More informationBill of Rights THE FIRST TEN AMENDMENTS
Bill of Rights { THE FIRST TEN AMENDMENTS The Constitution of the United States: The Bill of Rights These amendments were ratified December 15, 1791, and form what is known as the "Bill of Rights." Amendment
More informationProclamation of French and Indian War. Sugar Act
Proclamation of 1763 French and Indian War Sugar Act Official announcement made by King George III of England which stopped colonists from settling lands west of the Appalachian Mountains. War fought by
More informationEnlightenment & America
Enlightenment & America Our Political Beginnings What is a Government? Defined: The institution through which a society makes and enforces its public policies. It is made up of those people who exercise
More informationHands on the Bill of Rights
Hands on the Bill of Rights Instructions Read the text of each Amendment to see which rights and freedoms it guarantees. To help you remember these rights, perform the finger tricks for each Amendment.
More informationTHE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT. Time of Great Change in Thought
THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT Time of Great Change in Thought 1 OBJECTIVES Students will examine ideas of natural law in the Age of Reason Students will describe how the Enlightenment affected the arts and
More informationAmerican Revolution Study Guide
Events that Led to War French and Indian War Stamp Act Boston Massacre Sugar Act Townshend Acts Boston Tea Party Quartering Act Intolerable Acts boycott on British tea Important People Sons of Liberty
More informationLearning Goal 5: Students will be able to explain the events which led to the start of the American
American Revolution Learning Goal 5: Students will be able to explain the events which led to the start of the American Revolution. - Tea Act (Boston Tea Party, British East India Company, Sons of Liberty,
More informationPeople can have weapons within limits, and be apart of the state protectors. Group 2
Amendment I - 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; or the right of the people
More informationDay 7 - The Bill of Rights: A Transcription
Day 7 - The Bill of Rights: A Transcription The following text is a transcription of the first ten amendments to the Constitution in their original form. These amendments were ratified December 15, 1791,
More informationDemocracy & The American Revolution
CRITICAL THINKING QUESTIONS Using your textbook, notes, and graphic organizers, complete the critical thinking questions below. 1. What motto unified the patriots of the original Thirteen American Colonies
More informationEnlightenment scientists and thinkers produce revolutions in science, the arts, government, and religion. New ideas lead to the American Revolution.
SLIDE 1 Chapter 22 Enlightenment and Revolution, 1550 1789 Enlightenment scientists and thinkers produce revolutions in science, the arts, government, and religion. New ideas lead to the American Revolution.
More informationSection 1. Objectives
Section 1 Objectives Explain how science led to the Enlightenment. Compare the ideas of Hobbes and Locke. Identify the beliefs and contributions of the philosophes. Summarize how economic thinking changed
More informationToward Independence: Years of Decision
Chapter 5 Toward Independence: Years of Decision Salutary Neglect would give way to imperial authority! Problems Begin colonial troops treated poorly governors shared power army in peacetime Distance 1762
More informationThe Bill of Rights. If YOU were there... First Amendment
2 SECTION What You Will Learn Main Ideas 1. The First Amendment guarantees basic freedoms to individuals. 2. Other amendments focus on protecting citizens from certain abuses. 3. The rights of the accused
More informationAMERICAN REVOLUTION STUDY GUIDE
RW Name: Period: Date: AMERICAN REVOLUTION STUDY GUIDE Directions: Sort the list of phrases into the correct categories in the chart below. To help finance the French and Indian War Colonists opposed taxes
More informationThe American Revolution & Confederation. The Birth of the United States
The American Revolution & Confederation The Birth of the United States 1774-1787 Essential Question Evaluate the extent to which the Revolution fundamentally changed American society. The First Continental
More informationStudy Guide for Test representative government system of government in which voters elect representatives to make laws for them
Study Guide for Test 4 1. In general, who could vote in the English colonies? Free men, over 21 years old, who owned a certain amount of land. Sometimes had to be church members. 2. representative government
More informationRevolution in Thought 1607 to 1763
Revolution in Thought 1607 to 1763 Early settlers found they disliked England America was far from England and isolated Weakened England s authority Produced rugged and independent people Colonies had
More informationThe Boston Tea Party
American Revolution The Boston Tea Party The Night Boston Harbor Was Turned into a Giant Pot of Tea To learn about the Boston Tea Party, we will be doing a readers theater in class. In groups, you will
More informationThe Road to Independence ( )
America: Pathways to the Present Chapter 4 The Road to Independence (1753 1783) Copyright 2003 by Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey. All rights reserved.
More informationCould the American Revolution Have Happened Without the Age of Enlightenment?
Could the American Revolution Have Happened Without the Age of Enlightenment? Philosophy in the Age of Reason Annette Nay, Ph.D. Copyright 2001 In 1721 the Persian Letters by Charles de Secondat and Baron
More informationAMERICAN REVOLUTION. U.S. History Chapter 4
AMERICAN REVOLUTION U.S. History Chapter 4 The primary cause of economic differences among the colonies in North America was geography. Longer growing season in the South led to an agriculture-based economy.
More informationFoundations of the American Government
Foundations of the American Government 1600s-1770s Each colony was loyal to Great Britain but was responsible for forming its own government, taxing and defending itself. The government and constitution
More informationThe United States Constitution
The United States Constitution The Structure of Government Republican Form of Government Representative Democracy Federation of States with a central government THE PREAMBLE: 3 words that changed the world
More informationThe American Revolution: From Elite Protest to Popular Revolt,
The American Revolution: From Elite Protest to Popular Revolt, 1763 1783 Breakdown of Political Trust Seven Years War left colonists optimistic about future Most important consequence of Seven Years War
More information1- England Became Great Britain in the early 1700s. 2- Economic relationships Great Britain imposed strict control over trade.
1- England Became Great Britain in the early 1700s 2- Economic relationships Great Britain imposed strict control over trade. Great Britain taxed the colonies after the French and Indian War Colonies traded
More informationComplete the warm-up about Jefferson s quote
Complete the warm-up about Jefferson s quote The 13 Colonies America: 13 colonies ruled by Great Britain (England) 1620-1783 European settlement initiated by Puritans & people seeking economic opportunities
More information11th. Section 1 Causes of the Revolution. Define: George Greenville. Non-importation agreements. Charles Townshend. Patrick Henry.
1 Chapter 4 The American Revolution Reading Guide HW # 4 If I cannot read it I will not grade it. The more effort you put in now, the better in the long run! 11th Define: George Greenville Section 1 Causes
More informationThe Bill of Rights. Part One: Read the Expert Information and highlight the main ideas and supporting details.
The Bill of Rights Part One: Read the Expert Information and highlight the main ideas and supporting details. Expert Information: The Anti-Federalists strongly argued against the ratification of the Constitution
More information4: TELESCOPING THE TIMES
The Americans (Survey) Chapter 4: TELESCOPING THE TIMES The War for Independence CHAPTER OVERVIEW The colonists clashes with the British government lead them to declare independence. With French aid, they
More informationChapter 5. Decision. Toward Independence: Years of
Chapter 5 Toward Independence: Years of Decision 1763-1820 Imperial Reform, 1763-1765 The Great War for Empire 1754-1763 led to England replacing salutary neglect with. Why? The Legacy of War Disputes
More informationJohn Locke Natural Rights- Life, Liberty, and Property Two Treaties of Government
Enlightenment Enlightenment 1500s Enlightenment was the idea that man could use logic and reason to solve the social problems of the day. Philosophers spread this idea of logic and reason to the people
More information1. The Stamp Act taxed all legal documents, licenses, dice, playing cards and one other item. What is that other item?
1. The Stamp Act taxed all legal documents, licenses, dice, playing cards and one other item. What is that other item? 2. Do you think it was fair for the Parliament to expect the colonies to pay to house
More informationEngland and the 13 Colonies: Growing Apart
England and the 13 Colonies: Growing Apart The 13 Colonies: The Basics 1607 to 1776 Image: Public Domain Successful and Loyal Colonies By 1735, the 13 colonies are prosperous and growing quickly Colonists
More informationPre-AP Agenda (9/1-5)
Pre-AP Agenda (9/1-5) Monday No school Tuesday - copy agenda - Hand le on the Preamble - Principles of the Constitution foldable Wednesday - Voting in America picture analysis Thursday - Where is the Control?
More informationFirst Amendment. Original language:
First Amendment 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, or the right of the people
More informationScientific Revolution. 17 th Century Thinkers. John Locke 7/10/2009
1 Scientific Revolution 17 th Century Thinkers John Locke Enlightenment an intellectual movement in 18 th Century Europe which promote free-thinking, individualism Dealt with areas such as government,
More informationComplete the warm-up about Jefferson s quote
Complete the warm-up about Jefferson s quote The 13 Colonies America: 13 colonies ruled by Great Britain (England) 1620-1783 European settlement initiated by Puritans & people seeking economic opportunities
More informationEnlightenment and Revolution,
Enlightenment and Revolution, 1550 1789 Enlightenment scientists and thinkers produce revolutions in science, the arts, government, and religion. New ideas lead to the American Revolution. Enlightenment
More informationFoundations of American Government
Foundations of American Government Government The institution through which a society makes and enforces its public policies made up of those people who have authority and control over other people public
More informationThe Constitution. Structure and Principles
The Constitution Structure and Principles Structure Preamble We the People of the United States in Order to form a more perfect Union establish Justice insure domestic Tranquility provide for the common
More informationSO WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENED? WHY WERE THE COLONIES SO UPSET THEY DECIDED TO OVERTHROW THEIR GOVERNMENT (TAKING JOHN LOCKE S ADVICE)?
Guided Notes 3: The American Colonies and Great Britain Part II The Revolutionary War began as a disagreement over the way in which Great Britain treated the colonies versus the way the colonies felt they
More information8th Grade History. American Revolution
8th Grade History American Revolution BOARD QUESTIONS 1) WHAT DID THE SPANISH WANT IN THE AMERICAS? 2) WHAT DID THE FRENCH WANT IN THE AMERICAS? 3) WHAT DID THE ENGLISH WANT IN THE AMERICAS? 4) HOW DID
More informationFoundations of Government Test
Match each item with its definition. a. democracy b. natural rights c. social contract d. boycott e. repeal 1. an agreement among people in a society with their government 2. to cancel a law 3. a government
More information1. Explain how science led to the Enlightenment. 2. Compare the ideas of Hobbes and Locke.
Introduction to the Enlightenment 1. Explain how science led to the Enlightenment. 2. Compare the ideas of Hobbes and Locke. 3. Identify the beliefs and contributions of the philosophes. 4. Summarize how
More informationCauses of the American Revolution
Causes of the American Revolution The Taxation Acts The King of England started taxing the colonists in the form of Taxation Acts in 1764. He felt that the colonists should bear the burden of the expense
More informationAmerican Revolution Unit Packet. Name Period
American Revolution Unit Packet Name Period 0 Learning Goals and Scales Learning Goal 5: Students will be able to explain the events which led to the start of the American Revolution. - Tea Act (Boston
More informationChapter 3. U.S. Constitution. THE US CONSTITUTION Unit overview. I. Six Basic Principles. Popular Sovereignty. Limited Government
Chapter 3 U.S. Constitution THE US CONSTITUTION Unit overview I. Basic Principles II. Preamble III. Articles IV. Amendments V. Amending the Constitution " Original divided into 7 articles " 1-3 = specific
More informationThe Bill of Rights determines how you must be treated by the government. It outlines your rights as an American.
Learning Target I can explain the basic rights promised in the Bill of Rights. Why You Should Care The Bill of Rights determines how you must be treated by the government. It outlines your rights as an
More informationBill of Rights! First 10!!! What were the basic rights promised in the Bill of Rights?
Bill of Rights! First 10!!! What were the basic rights promised in the Bill of Rights? The Bill of Rights The First 10 Amendments to the Constitution Take notes on the slides as they appear. Draw pictures
More informationPlease update your table of contents. Unit 9:
Please update your table of contents. Unit 9: Enlightenment & Revolution World History New rule about grades: students will no longer be given grades on classwork/folders. You will only be assessed by
More informationWorld History (Survey) Chapter 22: Enlightenment and Revolution,
World History (Survey) Chapter 22: Enlightenment and Revolution, 1550 1789 Section 1: The Scientific Revolution During the Middle Ages, few scholars questioned ideas that had always been accepted. Europeans
More informationChapter 7 APUSH Lecture
Chapter 7 APUSH Lecture Students will be able to clearly explain how Britain and its colonies viewed their joint victory over France in the Seven Years War. evaluate how colonial resistance to the Stamp
More informationDescribe the methods the colonists used to protest British taxes. Understand the significance of the First Continental Congress in 1774.
Objectives Describe the methods the colonists used to protest British taxes. Understand the significance of the First Continental Congress in 1774. Assess why Congress declared independence and the ideas
More informationThe Bill of Rights *** The First Ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution
The Bill of Rights *** The First Ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution Amendment I Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging
More informationThe Scientific Revolution
Name CHAPTER 22 Section 1 (pages 623 628) The Scientific Revolution BEFORE YOU READ In the last chapter, you learned about wars and political changes in Europe. In this section, you will read how the Enlightenment
More informationBirth of a Nation. Founding Fathers. Benjamin Rush. John Hancock. Causes
Birth of a Nation Causes British debts after the French and Indian War = new taxes Stamp Act Tea Act Many colonists felt their rights as Englishmen were being violated 1 2 The American Revolution After
More informationCauses of the American Revolution. The American Revolution
1 Causes of the American Revolution The American Revolution The American Colonists developed 2 A strong sense of autonomy from 1607-1763 a strong sense of self government a different understanding of key
More informationThe Enlightenment. European thinkers developed new ideas about government and society during the Enlightenment.
Main Idea The Enlightenment European thinkers developed new ideas about government and society during the Enlightenment. Content Statement 5 /Learning Goal Describe how the Scientific Revolution s impact
More informationDuring the constitutional debates many delegates feared that the Constitution as
THE BILL OF RIGHTS Grade 5 United States History and Geography I. Introduction During the constitutional debates many delegates feared that the Constitution as drafted gave too much power to the central
More informationStudents will understand the impact of Enlightenment ideas on Absolute Monarchs by
Students will understand the impact of Enlightenment ideas on Absolute Monarchs by Brainstorming the impact of Enlightenment ideas on different segments of society Reviewing the principles of Absolutism
More informationThe UDL ft. The Founding Fathers/Patriarchs : February March Curriculum. United States Government (with a focus on rebuttal speeches)
The UDL ft. The Founding Fathers/Patriarchs : February March Curriculum United States Government (with a focus on rebuttal speeches) I don t need a curriculum. Fuck that. I do what I want. Chris Taylor,
More informationIn this article we are going to provide a brief look at the ten amendments that comprise the Bill of Rights.
The Bill of Rights Introduction The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution. It establishes the basic civil liberties that the federal government cannot violate. When the Constitution
More informationTHE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1492 1789 2010 The national government is located in Washington, District of Columbia, a site chosen by President George Washington in 1790. THE
More informationUnit 2 American Revolution
Unit 2 American Revolution Name: Chapter 4 The Empire in Transition 1. Loosening Ties 1707 England + Scotland = a. A Tradition of Neglect i.growing Power of Parliament influence of Kings a. Robert Walpole
More informationCHAPTER 2: REVOLUTION AND THE EARLY REPUBLIC
CHAPTER 2: REVOLUTION AND THE EARLY REPUBLIC COLONIAL RESISTANCE AND REBELLION SECTION 1 England s Parliament and Big Ben The Proclamation of 1763 sought to halt the westward expansion of the colonist,
More informationBACKGROUND Historically speaking, . There is NO. * brought to America *Native American depopulated due to
BACKGROUND Historically speaking,. There is NO. COLONIZATION Impact *Columbus Claims New World for * established * English Colonies Created * brought to America *Native American depopulated due to Motive
More informationThe Enlightenment and the scientific revolution changed people s concepts of the universe and their place within it Enlightenment ideas affected
The Enlightenment and the scientific revolution changed people s concepts of the universe and their place within it Enlightenment ideas affected politics, music, art, architecture, and literature of Europe
More informationWHY DID AMERICAN COLONISTS WANT TO FREE THEMSELVES FROM GREAT BRITAIN?
6 WHY DID AMERICAN COLONISTS WANT TO FREE THEMSELVES FROM GREAT BRITAIN? LESSON PURPOSE The growth of the American colonies raised issues with the parent country, Great Britain, that were difficult to
More informationThe Five Freedoms: 1. Religion 2. Assembly 3. Press 4. Petition 5. Speech RAPPS
The Five Freedoms: 1. Religion 2. Assembly 3. Press 4. Petition 5. Speech RAPPS A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms,
More informationThe Americans (Reconstruction to the 21st Century)
The Americans (Reconstruction to the 21st Century) Chapter 2: TELESCOPING THE TIMES Revolution and the Early Republic CHAPTER OVERVIEW Colonists declare their independence and win a war to gain the right
More informationand France in North America between 1754 and The French and Indian War was the American phase
1 Vocabulary Unit 2: New Beginnings United States: French & Indian War: French and Indian War definition. A series of military engagements between Britain and France in North America between 1754 and 1763.
More informationInterdisciplinary Writing Test - DBQ
Interdisciplinary Writing Test - DBQ Did the Magna Carta establish the foundation for democracy in the modern world? Overview The purpose of this interdisciplinary writing test is to determine how well
More informationThese Intolerable Acts are NOT COOL bro.
These Intolerable Acts are NOT COOL bro. Intolerable Acts -Parliament passes Coercive Act to punish Boston -Colonists called it the Intolerable acts -closed Boston harbor -suspended basic civil rights
More informationReading Essentials and Study Guide
Lesson 2 Uniting for Independence ESSENTIAL QUESTION Why and how did the colonists declare independence? Reading HELPDESK Academic Vocabulary draft outline or first copy consent permission or approval
More informationEvents Leading to the American Revolution
Events Leading to the American Revolution Colonization Main Reason was for Mercantilism: Making money for the mother country Joint-stock company: investors share ownership and profits Charters: grants
More informationEarly US History Part 1. Your Notes. Goal 9/5/2012. How did the United States became a country?
Questions / Themes 9/5/2012 Early US History Part 1 How did the United States became a country? Your Notes You will need these notes to prepare for exams. Remember to paraphrase and generalize. Avoid copying
More informationColonial Experience with Self-Government
Read and then answer the questions at the end of the document Section 3 From ideas to Independence: The American Revolution The colonists gathered ideas about government from many sources and traditions.
More informationYou ve Got Rights Workshop icivics, Inc.
You ve Got Rights Workshop icivics, Inc. This workshop will allow students to master the following: Identify the rights granted by the Bill of Rights Categorize the rights in the Bill of Rights as individual
More informationSuppose you disagreed with a new law.
Suppose you disagreed with a new law. You could write letters to newspapers voicing your opinion. You could demonstrate. You could contact your mayor or governor. You could even write a letter to the President.
More informationnumber of times you used the internet + times you used paper x.42 = $ you owe in taxes every day!
Unit 2 SSUSH3 Analyze the causes of the Amer ican Revolution. a. Explain how the French and Indian War and the 1763 Treaty of Par is laid the groundwork for the Amer ican Revolution. Warm Up: Stamp Act
More informationGuided Reading Activity 5-1
Guided Reading Activity 5-1 DIRECTIONS: Recalling the Facts Use the information in your textbook to answer the questions. Use another sheet of paper if necessary. 1. In 1763 how did Great Britain try to
More informationThe Enlightenment. Age of Reason
The Enlightenment Age of Reason Students will be able to define the Enlightenment and key vocabulary, and identify the historical roots of this time period. Learning Objective Today State Standards of
More informationPrinciples of the Constitution. Republicanism. Popular Sovereignty 9/5/2012
Principles of the Constitution Republicanism A republic is a nation governed by elected representatives. It is the opposite of a monarchy, with rule by king Popular Sovereignty A government in which the
More informationAmerican Revolution1 (7).notebook. September 23, Bell Ringers gmail Hand in homework
Bell Ringers gmail Hand in homework Objective: Students will be able to distinguish several examples of British actions and colonial reactions 1 The only representatives of the people of these colonies
More informationThe American Revolution: Political Upheaval Led to U.S. Independence
The American Revolution: Political Upheaval Led to U.S. Independence By History.com, adapted by Newsela staff on 05.12.17 Word Count 740 Level 800L Continental Army Commander-in-Chief George Washington
More informationThe Scientific Revolution
Name CHAPTER 22 Section 1 (pages 623 628) The Scientific Revolution BEFORE YOU READ In the last chapter, you learned about wars and political changes in Europe. In this section, you will read how the Enlightenment
More informationChapter 2: The Beginnings of American Government
Chapter 2: The Beginnings of American Government United States Government Fall, 2017 Origins of American Political Ideals Colonial Period Where did ideas for government in the colonies come from? Largely,
More informationThe Constitution of the. United States
The Constitution of the United States In 1215, a group of English noblemen forced King John to accept the (Great Charter). This document limited the powers of the king and guaranteed important rights to
More informationThe Enlightenment. Global History & Geography 2
The Enlightenment Global History & Geography 2 What was it? A time period when philosophers examined the relationship between humans and their government Key ideas: 17 th & 18 th centuries Extension of
More informationThe Enlightenment Thinkers The Age of Reason
The Enlightenment Thinkers The Age of Reason The Enlightenment Scholars began to challenge long held beliefs about science, religion, and government. Thinkers were inspired by Galileo and Newton. The method
More informationU.S. HISTORY I FLASHCARDS and DEFINITIONS
U.S. HISTORY I FLASHCARDS and DEFINITIONS As of November 16, 2015 UNIT 1: The Road towards Revolution District Vocabulary List #1 (Items 1 through 10) 1. ECONOMIC relating to money and resources of a country
More informationChapter 2:2: Declaring Independence
Chapter 2:2: Declaring Independence Objectives: 2:2 Our Political Beginnings o Students will explain how the relationship between the colonies and Great Britain changed during the pre- Revolutionary War
More informationThe Sun Never Sets on the British Empire.
Britain was in bad shape financially By 1763, British citizens were the most heavily taxed people in the world. Britain s empire was massive and expensive to maintain. The colonies in America were prospering.
More informationSpecial Introduction by Dr. Timothy Rasinski, Kent State University. Jennifer Overend Prior, Ph.D. Author
Editor Lori Kamola, M.S. Ed. Editorial Project Manager Emily R. Smith, M.A. Ed. Editor-in-Chief Sharon Coan, M.S. Ed. Art Director Lee Aucoin Cover Art Library of Congress Imaging Alfred Lau Product Manager
More informationYou ve Got Rights! We Defeated the British Now What? More and More Rights. Name:
We Defeated the British Now What? The year is 1791. After a bloody war against the British, the American colonists have won their independence. The new Americans are excited, but some people are afraid
More information