Early America

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What are unalienable rights according to the Declaration of Independence?

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Rights that cannot be taken away; belief in consent of the governed.

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What impact did the Declaration of Independence have on other nations?

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It inspired others to question their governments and recognized the U.S. as a country.

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What are the principles of the Constitution regarding government power?

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Limits the power of the federal government through separation of powers and checks and balances.

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What does the Bill of Rights guarantee?

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Lists freedoms (religion, assembly, press, speech) and rights (due process, trial by jury) guaranteed to all U.S. citizens.

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What is individualism according to Tocqueville?

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Americans were self-sufficient in creating the life they wanted; one of five democratic principles.

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What is populism according to Tocqueville?

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Americans of various backgrounds could participate in government, not just the elite; one of five democratic principles.

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What does 'E Pluribus Unum' mean?

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'Out of many, one'; colonies were different yet came together to form one country.

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What are some civic responsibilities of U.S. citizens?

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Voting in elections, serving on a jury, staying informed on government issues.