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Government 2.1

GOV: The Roots of American Democracy

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Idea that people should have say, through representatives of their choosing, in their own government. Representative Government
English document dating to 1215 that limited the power of the English monarchy and helped establish the rule of law. Magna Carta.
Belief that government should be subject to strict limits on the lawful use of power. Limited Government
French philosopher who argued in favor of the separation of powers Charles de Montesquieu
An English colony under the direct control of the king through an appointed governor. Royal Colony.
Type of English colony that enjoyed the most independence from Great Britain. Charter Colony.
English legal scholar whose book Commentaries on the Laws of England became the basis of law in the colonies. William Blackstone.
Document passed by Parliament in 1689 that limited the English monarchy's ability to enact laws, raise taxes, or keep an army without Parliament's consent. English Bill of Rights
Broad set of political ideas about representative government that traces back to ancient Greece and Rome. Republicanism.
Set of colonial laws that limited government and gave all free men the right to choose people to serve as judges. Fundamental Orders of Connecticut.
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