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Major Eng. Documents

Richter-Government-Major English Documents

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A two house legislature bicameral
A one house legislature unicameral
An agreement signed by the 41 men aboard the ship "Mayflower" agreeing to abide by the rules and leaders they chose. Mayflower Compact
English king was forced to sign this granting civil and legal rights to the people that can't be taken away arbitrarily English bill of Rights
Means 'great charter', a document that severely limited the power of the king ending his absolute monarchy. Magna Carta
The idea that we are a nation of laws and that no one is above the law. rule of law
A plan that provides for the rules of a government; its structure, powers, and ideals. constitution
The cruel and unjust treatment by a ruler. tyranny
Was organized in Virginia in 1619 and was the first legislative body in the colonies. House of Burgesses
King was forced to sign this document that limited his power to levy taxes without the consent of Parliament. Petition of Rights
Ben Franklin's proposal that all the colonies unite for protection against the French and Native Americans. It was rejected because none of the colonies was willing to give any power up to an assembly. Albany Plan of Union
Official authority for a group or company to be created; it defines the rights and privileges of the group. charter
Four eastern colonies united in a political and military alliance against the Native Americans. It also helped to resolve inter-colonial disputes. New England Confederation
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