Shane's Social Studies

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The main purpose of the Declaration of Independence is?

Justify separation from another government

Rights given by the Citizens are?

Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness, & Safety.

The Declaration states that governments derive their powers from?

The governed.

What is Amendment VI?

Bill of Rights

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What does the Bill of Rights require?

Right to counsel, right to a jury of peers, witnesses in favor, & reasons for trial.

What doctrine stated that "The American continents not be considered for future colonization by any European power?

The Monroe Doctrine

If a European power tried to colonize a American Continent the U.S. would view this act as?

An unfriendly Act

The Preamble states that the rule of law can?

Prevent Rebellion against tyranny

What are the purposes for the Universal Declaration?

Protect human rights, promote freedom of speech, achieve freedom from fear, & promote social progress

During the last 150 years, immigrants were attracted to the U.S. because manpower needs increased. This occurred when?

During times of economic expansions

What led directly to the Boston Tea Party?

The Townshend Acts. The colonists were outraged by the taxes being imposed & began dumping tea in the Boston Harbor in protest.

What is the main idea of the Declaration of Independence?

Inalienable rights for all people. The people in the colonies could govern themselves and not be governed by the King across the ocean.

What did the Stamp Act require?

That all official documents in the colonies bear a British stamp paid for w/ a new tax.

What three items did the Townshend Act place a tax on?

Glass, Lead, & Tea

What did the English Parliament do to punish the colonists for their involvement in the Boston Tea Party?

Passed the Intolerable Acts Laws, which sought to establish the authority of the King.

What did the Intolerable Acts Laws lead to?

The 1st Continental Congress in September 1774

What did the 13 colonies demand during the 1st Continental Congress?

That the Intolerable Acts Laws be repealed & the colonies be treated fairly & given the same rights as the English Citizens.

Who drafted the Declaration of Independence & when was it approved?

Thomas Jefferson & was approved on July 4, 1776 by the 2nd Continental Congress

What was the largest acquisition of land for the U.S. & what was it named?

The state of Louisiana & it is referred to as "The Louisiana Purchase.

What are the 5 obstacles to new businesses entering into economic competition?

Limited Market, Large Capital Outlay, Gov. Licensing, Control of Raw Materials, & Patent of Products.

A new restuarant wants to serve liquor what will the owners need to make that possible?

A government License.

What are the purposes of the United Nations?

Keep peace and security, friendly relations w/ nations, promote international cooperation, promote respect for human rights & Freedoms

Who is the PLO?

They are the Palestine Government who stakes claim to part of the Israeli land.

What was the major obstacle in early American West mail delivery?

Covering the distance

In 1856 the residents of California requested improved mail delivery for what particular reason?

Communication with friends & family

What is the major change to the mail service in the west comparable to?

The improvement in international telephone communication due to the laying of transatlantic cable

How many executive departments are there?

Fourteen

An agency builds merchant ships for the federal Gov. & provides aid to private shipbuilders. What cabinet member heads this agency?

Secretary of Transportation.

An agency helps the establishment & development of businesses owned by minorities. Which Cabinet member heads this agency's?

Secretary of Commerce

An agency administers the standardization, grading, & classifying of over 600 farm products. Which Cabinet member heads this agency?

Secretary of Agriculture

A group works to promote laws that protect the environment is an example of what?

Public-interest lobby group

A group that works to promote legislation that outlaws abortions is what?

Single-issue lobby group

A group that works to promote legislation that allows offshore oil exploration & drilling is an example of what?

Economic Lobby group

What is the term "Melting Pot" referring to and where did it originate?

"Melting Pot" refers to the idea of immigrants from many countries who came to America & it was coined by Israel Zangwell in 1907

What is the first Amendment to the Constitution?

Guarantees freedom of religion, Speech, press, assembly, and petition.

What is the second amendment of the Constitution?

Guarantees the right to bear arms?

What is the third amendment of the Constitution?

Restricts the manner in which the federal Government may house troops in the homes of citizens

What is the fourth amendment of the Constitution?

Protects individuals against unreasonable searches and seizures.

What is the sixth amendment of the Constitution?

Guarantees persons accused of crime the right to a speedy and fair trial.

What is the seventh amendment of the Constitution?

Guarantees the right to a jury trial in cases of civil suits heard in federal courts.

What is the eighth amendment of the Constitution?

Protects against cruel and unusual punishment.

What is the Ninth amendment of the Constitution?

Establishes that the people have rights beyond those stated in the Constitution.

What is the tenth amendment of the Constitution?

Establishes that all powers not guaranteed to the federal government and not prohibited to the states are held by each state.

What was the main argument in the support of the Bill of Rights? That helped the states ratify..

Guarantee of individual freedoms.

Which amendment help support Mlk's freedom march in 1963?

The first Amendment.

From your reading of the 7th amendment, what assumption can you make about the AmericanJudicial system before the Bill of Rights?

A trial did not always include a jury of one's peer's