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Patriots Declare Independence!

Ideas Behind the Revolution

John Locke People have the natural right to life, liberty, and property Society based on a social contract a. agreement in which people consent to choose and obey a government so long as it safeguards their natural rights. b. If government violates the contract people have the right to revolt.

Limited Government Basic to English Law Magna Carta- 1215 a. limited the power of the King b. guaranteed due process, speedy trial, and trial by peers c. King subject by rule of law 3. English Bill of Rights a. reinforce limitations of King’s power

“Right Side” BIG IDEA On the right side of your notes: Draw a picture that represents two limitations on the government today because of the Magna Carta.

Thomas Paine’s – Common Sense Pamphlet attacking King George and the monarchy Justification for independence a. allow America to trade more freely b. allow America to create a better society 1. free of tyranny 2. equal social/economic opportunities for all

Declaring Independence Thomas Jefferson wrote final draft Unalienable Rights: God given rights, cannot be taken away a. Life b. Liberty c. Pursuit of Happiness

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