Foundations of American Political System

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📋 Course Outline

  1. English colonization and early American colonies
  2. Religious motives and self-government in Plymouth colony
  3. Causes and course of the American Revolution
  4. Declaration of Independence and founding principles
  5. Formation and ratification of the American Constitution
  6. Separation of powers, federalism, and checks and balances
  7. The Bill of Rights and constitutional amendments
  8. Structure and role of the US legislative branch

📖 1. English colonization and early American colonies

🔑 Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Virginia Company : A commercial enterprise granted a royal charter by James I to colonize Virginia and sponsor the founding of Jamestown in 1607.
  • Plymouth Colony : A colony founded in 1620 by Puritan Pilgrims fleeing religious persecution, emphasizing religious motives rather than commercial interests.
  • Mayflower Compact : A legal agreement signed by the Pilgrims before landing in 1620, establishing the first framework for self-government in North America.
  • New England : = area in the North-East
  • 1620 : PLYMOUTH AND THE PILGRIMS 2nd colony founded in the New World : Plymouth Not the first English colony in America, but the most famous WHY ?

📝 Essential Points

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Quiz-Vorschau

1. What was the primary purpose of the Jamestown settlement?

2. What is the Virginia Company?

3. Which statement matches the topic "Religious motives and self-government in Plymouth colony"?

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Virginia Company — purpose?

Founded Jamestown as a commercial venture.

Virginia Company — purpose?

Grant a royal charter to colonize Virginia.

Plymouth Colony — motives?

Established for religious freedom by Puritans.

Plymouth Colony — founding year?

1620, by Puritan Pilgrims.

Mayflower Compact — significance?

First self-government framework in North America.

New England — location?

North-East region of the US.

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