Unit 2.1-2.3 QUIZ

Belief that a ruler's authority comes directly from God.

Series of acts passed by the English Parliament in 1689 that limited the rights of the monarchy and ensured the superiority of the Parliament. Laws could no longer be passed on the whim of the king.

18th century intellectual movement that emphasized the use of reason and the scientific method as means of obtaining knowledge (John Locke, Benjamin Franklin, science, reason)

17th century English philosopher who said that people have a natural right to life, liberty, and property.

Journalist who questioned the policies of the governor of New York in the 1700's. He was jailed; he sued, and this court case was the basis for our freedom press. He was found not guilty.

He played a critical role in shaping the Great Awakening and his sermon "In the Hands of an Angry God" is considered a classic piece of early American Literature.

1215 document that limited the king's ability to tax English nobles and that guaranteed due process and a right to trial. King could no longer seize a noble's property.

A voyage that brought enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to North America and the West Indies. Middle leg of Triangular Trade.

Laws that governed trade between England and its colonies. Colonists were required to ship certain products exclusively to England. These acts made colonists very angry because they were forbidden from trading with other countries. These laws were passed to make sure England was getting its share of profits from colonial trading.

England's law-making assembly.

Government in which citizens elect representatives to make laws.

An English policy of not strictly enforcing laws in its colonies.

A three way system of trade during 1600-1800s .Africa sent slaves to America, America sent raw materials to Europe, and Europe sent guns and rum to Africa. (3-point stop)