SS.7.C.1.2 - Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" had on colonists' views of government. |
Vocabulary
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Magna Carta
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The first document to limit the power of the King of England; limited the government; signed in 1215
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Mayflower Compact
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First form of self-government outside of the King of England; created in 1620
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English Bill of Rights
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A list of rights for the people of England; limited the government’s power; passed in 1689
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Common Sense
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Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine arguing for the American Colonies to break away from English rule
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Self-
Government
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Rule by people (popular sovereignty)
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Limited Monarchy
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A government where the king’s power is limited
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4. Which documents influenced the colonists' views of government?
Common Sense, Articles of Confederation, Declaration of the Rights of Man
Virginia Declaration of Rights, Common Sense, Bill of Rights
Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Common Sense
Magna Carta, Iroquois Constitution, Common Sense
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The diagram below shows that the colonists formed some of their political views from some historical documents.
5. Which phrase completes the diagram?
Separation of powers
Economic freedom
Self-government
Individual rights
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The passage below was written by Thomas Paine in his 1771 pamphlet, Common Sense.
6. Based on this passage, how is the author's view reflected in the U.S. political system?
The monarchy creates limited government.
The monarchy supports self-government.
Representatives are appointed.
Representatives are elected.
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Application Activity
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