PERIOD 3 APUSH

John Locke + Natural Rights+Two Treaties on Govt

Locke argued that power to govern comes from consent of governed. He also argued that the basic reasonability of government is to project natural rights which include life, liberty, and property.

Federalists

were a political group that supported the Constitution and a strong central government following the American Revolution. They believed in a balance between federal authority and individual rights.

anti-Federalists

were a political group that opposed the Constitution, fearing that a strong central government would threaten individual liberties and states' rights. They advocated for a Bill of Rights to protect these rights.

Three fifths compromise

was an agreement during the Constitutional Convention that counted three out of every five slaves for purposes of representation and taxation, reflecting the contentious debate between slave and free states.

Great Compromise

was an agreement reached during the Constitutional Convention that established a bicameral legislature, blending proportional representation in the House of Representatives with equal representation for states in the Senate.

shay rebellion

was an uprising in 1786-1787 led by Daniel Shays in response to economic injustices and lack of government response, highlighting the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.

7 years war

was a global conflict fought from 1756 to 1763 that involved major powers, primarily Britain and France, and is often considered a precursor to the American Revolutionary War due to its effects on colonial relations and territorial disputes.

Articles of Confederation

was the first written constitution of the United States, ratified in 1781, which established a weak federal government and was ultimately replaced due to its inefficiencies.

Issues with article of confederation

included lack of strong central authority, inability to levy taxes, and difficulty in regulating commerce.

Federalist 51

is an essay written by James Madison in 1788 that addresses the need for checks and balances in government. It argues how the separation of powers will prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

Federalists vs Democrat Republicans

refers to the political rivalry between the Federalists, who supported a strong central government, and the Democratic-Republicans, who advocated for states' rights and a more decentralized government.

Whiskey Rebellion

was a revolt in 1794 against the federal excise tax on whiskey, reflecting tensions between federal authority and local interests.

How did George Washington respond to the whiskey rebellion

He led federal troops to suppress it, demonstrating the power of the federal government to enforce its laws.

Alexander Hamilito’s economic plan

was a series of measures designed to stabilize and improve the nation's financial system, including the establishment of a national bank and federal assumption of state debts.

Hamilton’s views on tariffs and a national bank

were that they were essential for generating revenue and stabilizing the economy, supporting American industry and reducing dependence on foreign goods.

Hamiliti’s view on a national bank

was that it would provide a stable currency and facilitate government financing, promoting economic growth.

No taxation without representation

was a rallying cry for American colonists who believed that they should not be taxed by a government in which they had no direct representatives, emphasizing the principle of fair representation.

Gaspee affair

was a significant event in 1772 where American colonists attacked and burned a British customs schooner, protesting against British trade regulations and the lack of representation.

Boston Tea Party

was a pivotal protest in 1773 where American colonists, frustrated by British taxation without representation, dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor as a demonstration against the Tea Act.

Bill of Rights

is the collective name for the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, which guarantee essential rights and civil liberties to individuals, including freedom of speech, religion, and the press.

Olive Branch Petition

was a final attempt by the American colonists in 1775 to avoid war with Britain, expressing their loyalty to the Crown while seeking redress of grievances.

Republican self government

is a political system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, emphasizing individual rights and civic participation.

Intolerable Acts

were a series of punitive laws passed by the British Parliament in 1774 aimed at Massachusetts, in response to the Boston Tea Party, which escalated tensions leading to the American Revolution.

What did the intolerable acts do

They restricted colonial autonomy and rights, imposed strict regulations, and closed Boston Harbor.

Common sense

is a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1776 that advocated for American independence from Britain, arguing that it was common sense for the colonies to break free and establish their own government.

Adams onis treaty

was an 1819 agreement between the United States and Spain that defined the boundary between U.S. and New Spain and ceded Florida to the U.S.

Pinckney’s treaty

was a 1795 agreement between the United States and Spain that established friendly relations, granted the U.S. navigation rights on the Mississippi River, and defined the southern boundary of the U.S.

Artisans and the American Revolution

refers to skilled workers who played a crucial role during the American Revolution by producing goods, supporting the war effort, and contributing to the political discourse advocating for independence.

How did congress pay solider during the American revolution

Congress issued paper currency and received loans from foreign countries.

How did women play a part in the American revolution

Women contributed by managing farms and businesses, providing supplies to troops, and participating in boycotts and rallies advocating for independence.

Edenton Tea Party

A significant act of resistance by American colonists against British taxation, where they organized a boycott of British tea and staged a protest.

What pact did the daughter’s of liberty made concerning tea

The Daughters of Liberty agreed to boycott British tea and promote domestic goods instead.

How did women challenge social norms during the American revolution

Women challenged traditional roles by engaging in political discussions, forming organizations like the Daughters of Liberty, and taking on responsibilities typically held by men, thus paving the way for greater gender equality.

What is the idea of republican motherhood

Republican motherhood is the concept that women have an important role in nurturing the principles of republicanism in their children, emphasizing their role as educators and moral guides for future citizens.

Republicanism

is a political ideology centered on the values of liberty, civic virtue, and the common good, emphasizing the importance of a representative government and the role of citizens in governance.

What was Samuel Adam’s idea about republicanism

Samuel Adams promoted republicanism as a form of governance based on civic virtue and active participation of citizens, advocating for a government representing the will of the people and opposing tyranny.

What did the paxton boys do

The Paxton Boys were a group of frontiersmen in Pennsylvania who, in 1763, sought revenge against Native Americans for frontier violence by attacking several tribes, demonstrating colonial tensions between Native American groups and frontier settlers.

What did the Paxton boy’s actions show about the relationship between backcountry farmers and elite policy makers?

The Paxton Boys' actions highlighted the growing frustrations of backcountry farmers towards elite policymakers, indicating a significant divide in priorities and interests, as rural settlers felt neglected and inadequately protected by colonial authorities.

How did the rhetoric of the revolution used to argue for a egalitarian

society emphasize the importance of equality and individual rights, inspiring movements for social and political change.

What was the purpose and terms of jay’s treaty?

The purpose of Jay’s treaty to to redress the grievances with the British like the British aiding the natives to maintain their profitable fur trade. The terms of the treaty seemed favorable to the British as per the terms Americans were forced to pay back the Britishloans and debts, while the British agreed to vacate their posts in the Northwest Territory and compensate American shipowners for seized vessels.