CFE Flash Cards Part 2

Declaration of Independence

• 1776 document declaring the American colonies' independence from Britain.

• A treaty signed to end the Revolutionary War.

• A document outlining the rights of British citizens.

• A declaration of war against France.

New Jersey Plan

• Proposal for equal representation for all states in Congress.

• Proposal for representation based on population size.

• Proposal for a bicameral legislature with proportional representation.

• Proposal to eliminate the Senate and have a single legislative body.

Ohio River Valley

• A region known for its agricultural productivity.

• A region of conflict between British and French settlers during the French and Indian War.

• A major trade route for Native American tribes.

• A site of early American industrialization.

Saratoga

• 1777 battle that was a turning point in the American Revolution, leading to French support.

• A significant naval battle in the Pacific during World War II.

• A treaty that ended the American Civil War in 1865.

• A famous speech given by Abraham Lincoln in 1863.

State of the Union Address

• Presenting the annual report to Congress.

• Delivering a speech on foreign policy.

• Announcing new tax reforms.

• Discussing the national budget proposal.

Democratic-Republicans

• Political party that supported states' rights and limited central government.

• Political party that advocated for a strong central government.

• Political party that focused on industrialization and urbanization.

• Political party that promoted federal control over state laws.

Great Compromise

• Agreement to create a bicameral legislature with both equal and population-based representation.

• An agreement to establish a unicameral legislature with equal representation for all states.

• A compromise to allow only population-based representation in the legislature.

• An agreement to abolish the legislature entirely and create a monarchy.

Townshend Acts

• 1767 British laws that taxed goods imported to the colonies.

• 1765 British laws that imposed a stamp tax on all printed materials.

• 1773 British laws that granted the East India Company a monopoly on tea sales.

• 1774 British laws that closed Boston Harbor until the tea was paid for.

Ceremonial Purposes

• Attending ceremonies and laying the cornerstone for the Capitol Building.

• Hosting a community picnic in the park.

• Organizing a charity fundraiser for local schools.

• Conducting a scientific research conference.

Farewell Address

• Washington's final speech as president, advising against political parties and foreign alliances.

• A letter written by Washington to Congress outlining his policies.

• A speech given by Washington during his first inauguration.

• A declaration of independence from foreign powers.