Early America- The Beginning of Our County

Question 1

Declaration of Independence

Answer 1

belief in consent of the of
the governed, other nations recognized U.S. as a country,
inspired others to question their governments

Question 2

Principles of the Constitution

Answer 2

limits the power of the federal

government by separation of powers and checks and balances

Question 3

1st Amendment

Answer 3

Freedom of religion, press, speech,

assembly, petition

Question 4

5th Amendment

Answer 4

– People accused of crimes must be read
 their rights (Miranda v. Arizona); Eminent Domain

Question 5

Alexis de Tocqueville

Answer 5

Democracy in America: Liberty,

Egalitarianism, Individualism, Populism, Laissez-faire

Question 6

Civic Responsibilities

Answer 6

Voting in elections, serving on a jury