Govt Final

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On what date was the Declaration of Independence passed by Congress?

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July 4th, 1776

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What famous slogan protested Britain's harsh tax laws?

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No taxation without representation!

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What was the only colony to not participate in the First Continental Congress?

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Georgia

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The function (power) of the Executive branch is:

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To see that the laws are carried out

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The function (power) of the Judicial branch is:

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To decide (interpret) if laws are fair; try civil and criminal cases

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The function (power) of the Legislative branch is:

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To make the laws

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A system where each branch of government keeps the other branches from having too much power. Which principle is this an example of?

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Checks & Balances

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What type of government involves the people's vote?

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Republicanism

Front

What was the famous quote Patrick Henry said while speaking at the House of Burgesses?

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"Give me liberty, or give me death!"

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What famous pamphlet was published by Thomas Paine?

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Common Sense