Civics Ch.1 and 2 Review

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fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.

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Due Process

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the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215 that made the king subject to law and gave people rights such as due process

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Magna Carta

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The idea that certain restrictions should be placed on government to protect the natural rights of citizens.

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limited government

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protected the rights of English citizens and became the basis for the U.S. Bill of Rights.

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English Bill of Rights

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The first agreement for self-government in America, signed by the 41 men on the Mayflower, that set up a government for the Plymouth colony.

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the Mayflower Compact

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principle that the law applies to everyone, even those who govern

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rule of law

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the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government

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separation of powers

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A document which spells out the principles by which a government runs and the fundamental laws that govern a society

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a Constitution

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taking part in formal political processes and community activities outside of government

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civic participation

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Pamphlet that encouraged the Colonists to fight the British written by Thomas Paine

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Common Sense